Greeting

Greeting is an expression which is used to address someone or other people.

A greeting can consist of an exchange of formal expression, a simple kiss, a hand shake or a hug. The form of greeting is determined by social etiquette, as well as by the relationship of the people.

A verbal acknowledgement and sometimes a hand shake, facial expression, gestures, body language and eye contact can all signal what type of greeting is expected.

Type of greeting :

1.       Formal greeting :

-          Good Morning, Mr. Raffi.  (before 12 a.m)

-          Good Afternoon , Mom.(12-6 p.m)

-          Good Evening, Dad. (until about 9 p.m)

-          Good night, sweetheart.

2.       Informal greeting :

-          Hi, Tyo.

-          Hello, Budi.

-          Etc.

3.       Initial greeting :

-          How’s life ?

-          How’s everything wiith you ?

-          How are you ?

-          Nice to meet you.

-          Etc.

Responses of greeting :

-          Nice to meet you too.

-          I’m fine, thanks.

-          Hi, reza.

-          Etc.

Leave taking :

         Good bye (formal/informal)

         Bye-bye,

          See you. Take care

         See you later

         See you soon.

         See you tonight.

         Etc.

(Do not use “Good evening” for leave taking, use “Good night.)