Many people wonder if they are doing it the right way: is it okay to simply say 'buen día' or is 'buenos días' the correct form? Faced with this doubt, the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) spoke out again to clarify what the correct usage is in the Spanish language, both in face-to-face conversations and in written messages. According to the institution, the traditional and most widespread form in Spanish is 'buenos días' in the plural. This type of greeting belongs to a fixed formula of the language that also includes expressions such as 'buenas tardes' and 'buenas noches', which have historically been used in the plural. However, the RAE also recognizes that 'buen día' is not incorrect, although its use is less frequent in most of the Spanish-speaking world and is often associated with specific regions, such as some countries in Latin America. Can it be used in messages or on social media? The Royal Spanish Academy pointed out that the greeting works the same in both oral and written communication, so it can be used without problems in messaging apps, emails, or social networks. However, in formal contexts or when seeking to adhere to the most widespread norm of the Spanish language, the recommendation remains to use 'buenos días'. In this way, the doubt was settled: saying 'buen día' is not a mistake, but 'buenos días' remains the most accepted and widespread form in the Spanish language. Starting the morning with a greeting is considered a basic act of politeness.
