Good morning
Morning greeting
Use it to greet anyone politely before lunchtime to start the day on a positive note.
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- Use it to say hello from sunrise until noon.
- Works for both your boss and your best friend.
- Shorten it to 'Morning' for a more relaxed, casual vibe.
意味
This is a friendly way to say hello to someone after you wake up until around noon. It wishes the other person a pleasant start to their day.
主な例文
3 / 6Arriving at the office
Good morning, everyone! Let's have a great meeting.
Good morning, everyone! Let's have a great meeting.
Ordering a coffee
Good morning, I'd like a large latte, please.
Good morning, I'd like a large latte, please.
Texting a partner
Good morning, sunshine! Hope you slept well.
Good morning, sunshine! Hope you slept well.
文化的背景
The phrase has been the standard English morning greeting for centuries. In the UK and US, it acts as a social lubricant to make interactions feel warmer. Interestingly, 'Morning' as a shortened version became popular as life became faster and more informal.
The 'Morning' Shortcut
If you're in a rush or feeling casual, just say `Morning`. It's very common and sounds natural.
Watch the Clock
Saying `Good morning` at 2:00 PM will make people think you just woke up or are very confused!
15秒でわかる
- Use it to say hello from sunrise until noon.
- Works for both your boss and your best friend.
- Shorten it to 'Morning' for a more relaxed, casual vibe.
What It Means
Good morning is the most common way to greet people early in the day. It is a polite way to acknowledge someone's presence. You are essentially saying, "I hope your morning is going well."
How To Use It
Simply say it when you first see someone before lunch. You can use it as a standalone greeting. You can also add a name like Good morning, Sarah. If you are feeling energetic, say it with a smile. If you haven't had coffee yet, a mumble works too.
When To Use It
Use it from the moment you wake up until 12:00 PM. It works perfectly when walking into the office. Use it when buying your first coffee of the day. It is great for greeting your family at the breakfast table. Even neighbors walking their dogs will appreciate a quick Good morning.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it after 12:00 PM. Once the clock hits noon, switch to Good afternoon. Do not use it as a way to say goodbye. While possible, it sounds very old-fashioned. Also, avoid shouting it at someone who is clearly trying to sleep. That is a quick way to lose a friend.
Cultural Background
In many English-speaking cultures, acknowledging people in the morning is a sign of good manners. It breaks the ice in quiet elevators. In small towns, you might say it to every stranger you pass. In big cities, people might just nod and say Morning. It represents a fresh start and a polite social contract.
Common Variations
Morning!is the most common casual version.Top of the morning to youis a stereotypical (and rare) Irish-style greeting.G'morningis a lazy, comfortable contraction for friends.Rise and shine!is what parents say to wake up sleepy children.
使い方のコツ
The phrase is universally safe. Use the full version for people you don't know well, and the shortened `Morning` for friends.
The 'Morning' Shortcut
If you're in a rush or feeling casual, just say `Morning`. It's very common and sounds natural.
Watch the Clock
Saying `Good morning` at 2:00 PM will make people think you just woke up or are very confused!
The Elevator Rule
In many English-speaking countries, a quick `Good morning` is the only acceptable time to talk to a stranger in an elevator.
例文
6Good morning, everyone! Let's have a great meeting.
Good morning, everyone! Let's have a great meeting.
Sets a professional and positive tone for the workday.
Good morning, I'd like a large latte, please.
Good morning, I'd like a large latte, please.
A polite way to start a transaction with a barista.
Good morning, sunshine! Hope you slept well.
Good morning, sunshine! Hope you slept well.
Adding 'sunshine' makes it affectionate and sweet.
Morning! Nice weather for a run, isn't it?
Morning! Nice weather for a run, isn't it?
The shortened version is perfect for brief encounters.
Good morning! It's 11:30, time to join the living!
Good morning! It's 11:30, time to join the living!
Used sarcastically because the morning is almost over.
Good morning, Professor Smith.
Good morning, Professor Smith.
The full phrase is respectful in academic settings.
自分をテスト
Choose the best greeting for 9:00 AM.
___! Did you see the news today?
Since it is 9:00 AM, 'Good morning' is the only appropriate choice.
How would you casually greet a friend in the morning?
___, Mike! Want to grab some breakfast?
'Morning' is the common casual short form of 'Good morning'.
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ビジュアル学習ツール
Morning Greeting Formality
Used with friends and family.
Morning!
Standard for coworkers and shops.
Good morning.
Used for speeches or high-ranking officials.
A very good morning to you, sir.
Where to say Good Morning
At the Office
Greeting your boss
At Home
Waking up your kids
At the Cafe
Ordering breakfast
On the Street
Nodding to a neighbor
よくある質問
12 問It is a greeting used to say hello and wish someone a pleasant morning. It is used from sunrise until 12:00 PM.
You should stop at noon (12:00 PM). After that, you should switch to Good afternoon.
Yes, Morning is a very popular and friendly way to shorten the phrase. It is perfect for casual settings like a gym or a park.
It is mostly used for hello. If you want to say goodbye in the morning, it is better to say Have a good morning or Have a nice day.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your teacher, or your parents without it feeling out of place.
Don't worry! People will usually laugh and say Good afternoon. It's a very common mistake even for native speakers.
Yes, often abbreviated as GM or just Morning. It's a nice way to start a conversation with a friend.
No, it is mostly a movie trope. If you say it, people might think you are joking or doing an impression.
The most common response is simply to say Good morning back. You can also say Morning! or How are you?.
Yes, it is a very professional and polite way to start an email sent in the early part of the day.
Good day is much more formal and less common in the US. Good morning is much more natural and frequent.
No, even if you are talking to a group of ten people, you still say Good morning or Good morning, everyone.
関連フレーズ
Good afternoon
Greeting used from 12:00 PM until about 5:00 PM.
Good evening
Greeting used from 5:00 PM until the end of the day.
Rise and shine
An enthusiastic way to tell someone to wake up and get out of bed.
Have a nice day
A common way to say goodbye after a morning or afternoon interaction.
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