Significado
Greeting someone during the day.
Contexto cultural
Greetings are often followed by 'Xoş gördük' (Glad to see you) if you have met before. It's a sign of warmth. In the capital, people might use the more Russian-influenced 'Gününüz xeyir' (Good day) which is slightly more modern. In Tabriz, you might hear 'Gün aydın' (Day is bright), which is more common in Turkey but also used in Southern Azerbaijani dialects. In villages, the greeting is almost always accompanied by a hand over the heart and a longer inquiry about the health of your family.
The Default Polite Choice
If you are unsure whether to use 'Salam' or something else, 'Gündüzünüz xeyir' is always the safest choice for anyone older than you.
Watch the Clock
Using this after 6:00 PM makes you sound a bit confused. Switch to 'Axşamınız xeyir' as soon as the streetlights come on.
Significado
Greeting someone during the day.
The Default Polite Choice
If you are unsure whether to use 'Salam' or something else, 'Gündüzünüz xeyir' is always the safest choice for anyone older than you.
Watch the Clock
Using this after 6:00 PM makes you sound a bit confused. Switch to 'Axşamınız xeyir' as soon as the streetlights come on.
Add a Title
To sound like a native, add 'müəllim' (teacher/sir) or 'xanım' (lady) after the phrase.
Smile and Nod
Azerbaijanis value warmth. A small smile and a slight nod while saying this will make you much more welcome.
Teste-se
It is 2:00 PM and you are entering a pharmacy. Which greeting is most appropriate?
Siz aptekə daxil olursunuz. Nə deyirsiniz?
2:00 PM is daytime, so 'Gündüzünüz xeyir' is the correct greeting.
Complete the formal greeting by adding the correct suffix to 'Gündüz'.
Gündüz_______ xeyir, müəllim.
The suffix '-ünüz' is used for formal/plural 'your'.
Match the time of day with the correct Azerbaijani greeting.
1. 08:00 AM | 2. 02:00 PM | 3. 08:00 PM
Sabah = Morning, Gündüz = Day, Axşam = Evening.
Complete the dialogue between a customer and a waiter.
Ofisiant: Gündüzünüz xeyir, buyurun menyu. Müştəri: __________, mənə çay gətirin.
The most polite and natural response to a greeting is to repeat it back.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Azerbaijani Time Greetings
Morning (06:00-11:00)
- • Sabahınız xeyir
Day (11:00-17:00)
- • Gündüzünüz xeyir
Evening (17:00-22:00)
- • Axşamınız xeyir
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosSiz aptekə daxil olursunuz. Nə deyirsiniz?
2:00 PM is daytime, so 'Gündüzünüz xeyir' is the correct greeting.
Gündüz_______ xeyir, müəllim.
The suffix '-ünüz' is used for formal/plural 'your'.
1. 08:00 AM | 2. 02:00 PM | 3. 08:00 PM
Sabah = Morning, Gündüz = Day, Axşam = Evening.
Ofisiant: Gündüzünüz xeyir, buyurun menyu. Müştəri: __________, mənə çay gətirin.
The most polite and natural response to a greeting is to repeat it back.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasIt's better to use 'Gündüzün xeyir' (singular) or just 'Salam'. The plural version is quite formal.
'Gününüz xeyir' is 'Good day' (general), while 'Gündüzünüz xeyir' is 'Good daytime'. They are 95% interchangeable.
The most common response is to repeat it back: 'Gündüzünüz xeyir'. You can also add 'Sizinlə bahəm' (Same to you).
Yes, it is perfect for a group because the '-ünüz' suffix is naturally plural.
While 'xeyir' has Arabic/Islamic roots, the phrase is entirely secular and used by everyone in Azerbaijan.
Yes, it is a very professional way to start an email sent during the workday.
Azerbaijani uses suffixes to show grammar. 'Gündüz' + 'ünüz' (your) makes it look long, but it's just one concept.
People will understand you, but they might think you are still sleepy or haven't checked the time.
Not really for this specific phrase, but 'Salam' or 'Nə var, nə yox?' are the casual alternatives.
Yes, it is the closest equivalent to 'Good afternoon' in English.
Frases relacionadas
Sabahınız xeyir
similarGood morning
Axşamınız xeyir
similarGood evening
Hər vaxtınız xeyir
similarGood all times
Gecəniz xeyrə qalsın
contrastGood night
Xeyirli olsun
builds onMay it be blessed
