Casual Alternatives to Good Morning
”Hello.” Keep it simple in the morning with an easy greeting. Saying “Hello” is appropriate any time of day, and it’s a good way to change it up from the usual “Good morning.” You can also say: ”Hi.” ”Hi there.” ”Hey!” ”What’s up?”
”Morning.” If you’re feeling casual, it’s okay to shorten “Good morning” to just “Morning.” Of course, your tone will say a lot here—a mumbled “Morning” sends the signal that you need a little more time to wake up, while a sing-song “MORN-ing!” shows that you’re feeling cheerful. You can also shorten “Good morning” to “G’morning.” It’s a little warmer than just “Morning,” but still comes across as casual.
”It’s nice out this morning.” If you’re out and about, greet someone with a pleasant comment about the weather for a polite, casual way to say “Good morning.” It’s okay to acknowledge if the weather isn’t great—just keep your tone cheerful and your greeting will seem warm. You can also say things like: ”Brr, it’s chilly out today!” ”Did you see that beautiful sunrise?” ”Morning—looks like rain today!”
”How did you sleep?” Asking someone how they slept can be a nice way to start your conversation. However, this is better saved for someone you know well, like a family member or a close friend—it might seem a little personal for someone you’re not especially close to. You might also say: ”Good morning, I hope you slept well!” ”I slept great last night.” ”I stayed up too late last night!”
Say “Good morning” in another language. This can be a casual way to greet someone, whether you’re saying hi to someone who speaks another language or you just want to change things up. Here’s how to say “Good morning” in a few other languages: Spanish: Buenos dias (good morning) or buenas (hi) French: Bonjour (hello) or bienvenu (welcome) Hawaiian: Aloha (greetings) or aloha kakahiaka (good morning) Japanese: Ohayo (good morning) German: Guten morgen (good morning) Hebrew: Boker tov (good morning) or shalom (greetings) Italian: Buongiorno (good morning), ciao (hello), or salve (hi/good morning) Portuguese: Bom dia (good day/morning)
Funny and Cute Ways to Say Good Morning
”Welcome to tomorrow!” Describing the day as “tomorrow” is cheerfully optimistic. It sends the message that you’re focused on the potential of everything today could hold. You could also say, “Just yesterday, today was tomorrow!”
”Wakey wakey.” This is a sing-song take on the phrase, “Wake up.” It’s playful, often said by a person who’s already awake to someone who’s still asleep or just waking up. You can also turn it into the breakfast-themed rhyme, “Wakey wakey, eggs and bakey!” Change it up by saying, “Wake up and smell the coffee!”
”Top of the morning.” This old-fashioned British phrase is still used sometimes in a cheerful way. The over-the-top formality is a little silly, but it still sends a message that you hope the person has a good start to their day. You can also say “Top o’ the morning” with a bit of a British accent to ramp up the silliness.
”Happy morning to you.” This is a fun option if you’re looking for an unconventional way to say “Good morning.” The wording is slightly formal and old-fashioned, but if you say it with a smile, it should just come across as cute and playful. You can also just say, “Happy morning!”
”Look alive.” Try this greeting when you’re saying good morning to someone who still seems to be a little sleepy. It’s a gentle nudge to help them perk up a little. Just try to keep your tone gentle so it doesn’t seem like you’re giving them too hard of a time first thing in the morning. Similar expressions include: ”Look what the cat dragged in.” ”Wake up sleepyhead.”
”Bright eyed and bushy tailed.” This phrase calls to mind a cute, alert little animal that’s ready to take on the day. You can say it to encourage someone who’s just waking up. Or, you can say it if you’re still feeling a little sleepy to poke fun at yourself. ”Bright eyed and bushy tailed” is similar to the phrase, “Look alive,” but a little warmer.
”Good morning, campers!” This phrase is taken from summer camp counselors, who tend to be energetic and spirited—even first thing in the morning. It’s a cute and funny way to encourage others to wake up in a good mood. Similar phrases include: ”Rise and shine!” ”Roll out!” ”Seize the day!” ”Up and at ‘em!”
”Another day, another dollar.” Try saying this to coworkers or people you meet on the way to your job. This phrase is a wry way of saying, “I’m off to work again,” implying that it’s all a little mundane. Just keep your tone light-hearted and playful so it’s still a pleasant greeting. Similar phrases might be: ”Just another day at the office.” ”Keep on trucking.” ”Another day in paradise.”
Sing a good morning song. Let everyone know you’re starting the day in a good mood with a song. You can sing anything you want, but if you want a song that’s morning-themed, you might try: ”You Are My Sunshine” ”Lovely Day” - Bill Withers ”Here Comes the Sun” - The Beatles ”Morning Has Broken” - Cat Stevens ”Good Day Sunshine” - The Beatles
Encouraging Ways to Say Good Morning
”It’s going to be a great day.” Embrace the power of positive thinking with this encouraging phrase. You can’t necessarily control everything that happens during the day, but if you go into it with the mindset that it will be a good day, you just might be able to make it happen. Other promising phrases include: ”The day is yours.” ”Let’s have a great day!” ”Embrace the day.”
”Have a fantastic day.” Send your best wishes to someone by letting them know that you hope their day goes well. This encouraging message shows that you care, and that you believe in the potential of the day. You could also say” ”I hope your day is as amazing as you are!”
”You’ve got this!” If you know someone has something important happening, like a school exam or an important presentation at work, let them know you believe in them with this encouraging phrase. It’s a simple way to show that you’ll thinking of them throughout the day. Or, you might say: ”Good luck!” ”You’re going to be great.”
”It’s a new day.” This can be an uplifting way to greet someone who might be having a rough time. It’s a gentle reminder that today is a new chance to overcome whatever they’re going through. Alternatives include: ”You get to start again today.” ”Every day is a fresh start.” ”Let’s turn over a new leaf today.”
Flirty and Romantic Ways to Say Good Morning
”Hello beautiful” or “hello handsome.” Let your partner (or crush) know that you’re thinking of them first thing in the morning with this simple greeting. This works great in person or over text, and it’s sure to make them smile. Feel free to customize it to make it feel personal: ”Hello sunshine!” ”Good morning my love!” ”Hey babe!”
”I love starting the morning with you.” This is a great way to tell someone that just being around them gets your day off to a good start. It’s best to say this if you’re with them in person or talking to them on the phone, but you can add it to a text conversation, too. You could also say something like: ”You’re my first thought every day.” ”You’re the best part of my day.” If you can’t be with them in person, you might say, “I wish I was there with you this morning.”
”I can’t wait to see you.” If you’re excited about your next date, don’t be shy about letting them know! This simple message is a sweet and flirty way to let them know you’re thinking about them, and to ensure they’ll be thinking about you too. You might also say: ”Are we still on for tonight?” ”I miss you!” ”I’ll be thinking of you today.”
”Sending you kisses and hugs to start the day.” If you can’t be together in person, start the day with an affectionate text. This lets them know you’re thinking of them, and it’s romantic without being too over-the-top. Or, keep it simple with “XOXO.”
”What are you doing today?” Relationship expert Imad Jbarra says, “To build deeper rapport, ask the other person what the highlight of their day will be, and share what you’re excited about for the day.” Jbarra adds, “This helps lead you into the next conversation, because you have something to build off of.”
”Did you dream about me?” Want to know if they were thinking of you overnight? Ask if they had any dreams that included you. It’s a romantic way to let them know you’re thinking about them first thing—and it opens the door for them to flirt back if they want. Or, you could say, “I was dreaming about you.”
Formal Ways to Say Good Morning
"Hello, nice to see you this morning.” Try this when you want to sound polite without being overly formal. It’s appropriate for anyone, although you might prefer to be a little more casual with close friends or family members. You can also say, “How are you this morning?”—it’s less formal, so you can use it with anyone.
”Good morning to you.” This phrase elaborates on a simple “Good morning,” adding a touch of formality. It’s appropriate for anyone, whether you’re in a professional setting or you just want to change up how you greet someone you know well. You can also say, “Good day to you,” although this sounds a little more old-fashioned.
”How do you do?” This polite greeting is a little stiff for everyday use with someone you know casually. But it’s perfect for formal settings, or if you just want to sound fancy. Add to the old-fashioned feel of this phrase by tipping your hat toward the other person (it’s okay if it’s an imaginary hat).
”Greetings.” This is a formal way to acknowledge someone any time of day. It’s more commonly used at the beginning of formal speeches or presentations rather than in-person conversation, but you can use it in conversation if you want to be very formal. If you’re giving a speech, you might say, “Greetings, and thank you for being here.”
”Have a blessed day.” Send your best wishes to someone with this spiritual “Good morning.” It lets them know you hope good fortune finds them, and because it’s not faith-specific, it’s appropriate for anyone. But if you prefer, you can share a more personal blessing that reflects your faith, like: ”Today is a gift from God.” ”Namaste.” ”Grand rising.” ”I’ll pray for you.”
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