The word ciao is used commonly, I hear it often. Something urged me to look it up in the dictionary today. Found the etymology of the word interesting. So different from the common meaning. Thought I'd share. : )
Main Entry: Ciao
Pronunciation: 'chau
Function: interjection
Etymology: Italian, from Italian dialect, literally, (I am your) slave, from Medieval Latin sclavus -- more at SLAVE
-- used conventionally as an utterance at meeting or parting
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