Bona tarda



Example: Bona tarda, com ha anat el dia avui?

Definition


"Bona tarda" is a Catalan greeting used to say 'good afternoon' typically from midday until early evening. It is commonly used to wish someone a pleasant afternoon and to acknowledge the time of day in casual or formal conversations.

Translations


  • Good afternoon
  • Buenas tardes
  • Goedemiddag
  • Bon après-midi
  • Guten Tag

Etymology


The phrase "Bona tarda" comes from Catalan, where "bona" means 'good' and "tarda" means 'afternoon' or 'evening.' The phrase literally translates to 'good afternoon.' Did you know? This greeting is similar to greetings in other Romance languages, reflecting their shared Latin roots.

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