saludo
nounCEFR A1High frequency
What does “saludo” mean in English?
the greeting
the greeting (masc)
Example sentences
Un saludo cordial a todos.
A cordial greeting to everyone.
Saludos desde Madrid.
Greetings from Madrid.
Te mando un saludo.
I send you my regards.
How to use it
Saludo means 'greeting' (the noun). Plural saludos is also a closing for messages and emails — equivalent to 'regards'. Un saludo is the singular closing.
Common mistake
Saludos at the end of an email is informal-friendly, like English 'cheers' or 'best'. For formal, use atentamente or cordialmente.