Saying hello with a cheerful Kaixo
Chapter 1

The Mystery of the Basque Language

Chapter 2

Everyday Greetings and Politeness

Chapter 3

Nature and Numbers in Euskera

Chapter 4

Food and Family Words

YOUR GOAL

Master of Learn basic Euskera

Ch 2 · Everyday Greetings and Politeness
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diego Everyday Euskera Greetings

In Europe's heart, a tongue unique, Its ancient greetings softly speak.

Jul 14

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diego The many ways to say goodbye

Jun 13

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A cheerful Kaixo is your first step into a language with no known relatives.

diego Explore the origins of Euskara with our Basque language infographic. Learn why it has no known relatives and start your journey with a friendly 'Kaixo'!

May 16

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Every eskerrik asko connects you to a language with no known relatives.

diego Discover the unique origins of Basque. Learn why this mysterious language has no known relatives and how every word connects you to ancient history.

May 16

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Kaixo
BETA

diego Match each Euskera word to its meaning to learn essential greetings.

Jun 12

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Fun Fact

Basque Greetings: Kaixo is the standard hello in Euskara, a unique language with no known relatives that is likely the oldest living language in Europe.

May 16

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Glossary
agur (phrase)
The most common and versatile way to say goodbye in the Basque language. It is used in almost every social situation, from leaving a bakery to hanging up the phone with a friend. Think of it as the ultimate 'see ya' that works perfectly every single time.

May 16

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Gossip

Which Basque greeting sounds the most fun to say out loud?

May 14

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Quiz

What does the Basque phrase "gero arte" translate to in English?

May 14

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Note

Eskerrik asko, ARTi.

May 16

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diego Saying hello with a cheerful Kaixo

Jun 12

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Fun Fact

Word origins: "Eskerrik asko" literally translates to "many thanks" and is the most famous Basque phrase.

May 14

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Glossary
kaixo (interjection)
The standard Basque word for hello used to greet people at any time. It is the simple magic word that starts every friendly conversation throughout the Basque Country.

May 14

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Quiz

How do you say "please" when asking for something in the Basque language?

May 14

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diego Asking nicely by saying Mesedez

Jun 12

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Quiz

What does the Basque word "Agur" mean in English?

May 14

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diego In Euskera, saying goodbye is really just a way to plan the next hello 👋

May 16

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Quiz

If you want to say "thank you" in Basque, which phrase should you use?

May 14

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Quiz

What is the most common Basque word used to say "hello"?

May 14