It can be written as two words ( buona notte ) or one ( buonanotte ). The single-word version is mandatory when used as a noun, such as in the phrase dare la buonanotte (to say goodnight).

The name is currently prominent in international football thanks to , a 21-year-old Argentine attacking midfielder.

When writing in Italian at the end of a letter/email "Good ... - italki

Unlike "good evening," it is not used as a greeting when you first arrive at a location; for that, use "Buonasera" .

The phrase is a popular choice for Italian-themed businesses and products:

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In some contexts, Italians use the phrase ironically to mean "forget about it" or "you don't understand anything". ⚽ Sports Spotlight: Facundo Buonanotte