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Whenever we learn a new language, we start with some basic words and phrases. \u201cHello,\u201d \u201cPlease,\u201d and \u201cThank you\u201d are definitely at the top of the list. But what about saying goodbye?<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve made it to this article, we\u2019re pretty confident you know how to start a conversation in Spanish. Now it\u2019s time you learn how to end one gracefully.<\/p>\n
Below, we\u2019ll cover the different ways you can say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish. We\u2019ll start off simple and then move on to more specific phrases for other contexts. We\u2019ll also give you some fancy options to show off to your friends and some info on how Spanish-speaking people say goodbye beyond words. Finally, we\u2019ll bid you farewell with music suggestions to practice your vocabulary.<\/p>\n
Are you ready for the beginning of the end?<\/p>\n
Before we get into goodbyes, you might want to review how to say \u201chello\u201d in Spanish<\/a>.<\/p>\n Now that\u2019s out of the way; there are a few ways to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish. We\u2019ll start with the two simplest ones: adi\u00f3s<\/em> and chau<\/em>.<\/p>\n This is the standard way to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish. Easy enough, right?<\/p>\n It is also the most formal of the simple ways to say goodbye, so you can\u2019t go wrong if you use it.<\/p>\n Adi\u00f3s<\/em> comes from the phrase A Dios (seas),<\/em> meaning \u201cI entrust you to God.\u201d<\/p>\n These two words are derived from the Italian Ciao!<\/em> You will hear them mainly in Latin America, in countries that had a large influx of Italian immigrants back in the day.<\/p>\n In some Latin countries, adi\u00f3s<\/em> is rarely used and even sounds antiquated. Chau <\/em>or Chao<\/em> have become the standard even though they are considered more informal.<\/p>\n Fun fact! We care so much for goodbyes in Spanish that we even have a specific verb to describe it: despedir(se)<\/em>.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s look at it in context:<\/p>\n Let us start this section by shattering your expectations. Despite what Arnold Schwarzenneger might have you believe, you will not likely hear a Spanish speaker say, \u201cHasta la vista.\u201d Well, unless they are making a direct reference to the Terminator movies.<\/p>\n Now that we\u2019ve overcome that hurdle, here are some ways to say \u201csee you later\u201d in Spanish.<\/p>\n This phrase is the most straightforward equivalent to \u201csee you later.\u201d It literally translates to \u201cuntil later\u201d.<\/p>\n This is a more informal version of \u00a1Hasta luego!<\/em> which translates into \u201csee you.\u201d You will say these to your friends or family when saying goodbye.<\/p>\n You will likely use this phrase with your coworkers as it means \u201cSee you tomorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n For the people in your life that you see every now and then with no fixed schedule, you can use \u00a1Hasta la pr\u00f3xima! <\/em>(Until next time!)<\/p>\n Just like in English, there are endless ways to bid someone farewell in Spanish. Here are three phrases you can use to send off someone with good wishes.<\/p>\n A classic Friday phrase when leaving the office, this phrase means, \u201cHave a good weekend!\u201d<\/p>\n If you just want to wish someone well, you can use this expression. In this case, the closest translation would be, \u201cI hope things go well!\u201d.<\/p>\n This is another classic that Bon Jovi would endorse. In English, it is the equivalent of \u201cHave a nice day!\u201d<\/p>\n You can adapt it to formal or informal settings by just changing the conjugation of the verb tener<\/em> (to have).<\/p>\n As you may know, there are three different ways to refer to the second-person singular in Spanish: t\u00fa<\/em>, usted, <\/em>and vos<\/em>. T\u00fa <\/em>is used in an informal context (to talk with family and friends), usted <\/em>in a formal one (used when at work or talking to your elders, for example), and vos <\/em>is another informal option, but it is used just in a handful of countries in Latin America, such as Uruguay.<\/p>\n We use tenga<\/em> for the usted <\/em>form (formal) and tengas<\/em> for the t\u00fa <\/em>and vos <\/em>forms (informal).<\/p>\n We often say our goodbyes at the end of the day. So, we\u2019re adding some nighttime options below.<\/p>\n This is just the classic \u201cGood night!\u201d that can work in both formal and informal contexts.<\/p>\n You might say this to your family or friends when you know they\u2019re going to bed. It means \u201crest well.\u201d<\/p>\n This spinoff of the previous expression translates into \u201cSleep well!\u201d.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve covered a lot of different ways to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish. But most of these revolve around conversations. What about saying goodbye in written form? We\u2019ll give you some options up next.<\/p>\n This is the standard formal way to end an email or letter in Spanish. It means \u201c(cordial) regards.\u201d There is no exact equivalent in English, but you can use it whenever you would say something like \u201cBest regards.\u201d<\/p>\n If you want to go a step further with formality, this is the option for you. It\u2019s the equivalent of \u201cYours faithfully\u201d or \u201cYours sincerely\u201d.<\/p>\n Literally meaning \u201ccordially,\u201d this expression can also be used like \u201cYours faithfully\u201d or \u201cYours sincerely.\u201d<\/p>\n Now that we\u2019ve covered the formal options, it\u2019s time to loosen up. Un (fuerte) abrazo<\/em> means \u201cA (tight) hug,\u201d and you would use it with close friends and family.<\/p>\n Just like you use \u201cxo\u201d in English, we send kisses in Spanish at the end of a letter or email.<\/p>\n If you want to be slightly more old-fashioned, you can use this expression, which means \u201cwith love\/affection.\u201d<\/p>\n Saying \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish is not only about the words. There are other cultural habits that go with it. Let\u2019s have a look at them.<\/p>\n Covid made wavers out of most of us, but this is not something you usually do to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish unless you\u2019re waving at someone in a vehicle.<\/p>\n As you\u2019ll see below, Spanish speakers tend to be more physical.<\/p>\n Handshakes are quite formal in the Spanish-speaking world. So, they are better suited for job interviews or business meetings. However, in some countries, men tend to greet other men with a handshake rather than a kiss.<\/p>\n Kissing is the go-to way to greet people in Spanish-speaking countries. It sounds like a lot, but we actually just touch our cheek to the other person\u2019s cheek. No lips involved!<\/p>\n Something to be aware of is how many kisses to give. In Spain, you give two: one on each cheek. In Latin America, it\u2019s just one.<\/p>\n Another thing to note is that, in some countries, kissing is standard practice even among strangers. However, in others, you might only say goodbye with a kiss when it\u2019s someone you know.<\/p>\n Hugging is mainly done with close friends or family members. However, this doesn\u2019t mean there is no kissing! One would usually go for both.<\/p>\n Goodbyes can be sweet. They can also be sour. Here are some songs that convey these feelings in Spanish.<\/p>\n Julieta Venegas is a famous Mexican-American songwriter. She focuses on indie pop and rock music.<\/p>\n Her song \u201cMe voy\u201d<\/a> (I\u2019m leaving<\/em>) talks about saying goodbye to a partner that does not appreciate you.<\/p>\n You are probably familiar with Shakira\u2019s English hits, like Hips Don\u2019t Lie and Can\u2019t Remember to Forget You. But what about her Spanish ones?<\/p>\n \u201cTe dejo, Madrid\u201d<\/a> (I\u2019m leaving you, Madrid<\/em>) is about Shakira\u2019s decision to move away from that city.<\/p>\n Nino Bravo was a Spanish pop and ballad singer. His classic hit \u201cUn beso y una flor\u201d<\/a> (A kiss and a flower<\/em>) talks about departing but promising to return.<\/p>\n Gustavo Cerati was an Argentine rock star. His song \u201cAdi\u00f3s\u201d (Goodbye<\/em>) talks about breakups and how they can help us grow as human beings.<\/p>\n Carlos Gardel was the most prominent tango singer in history. \u201cAdi\u00f3s muchachos\u201d<\/a> (Goodbye, lads<\/em>) was originally written by C\u00e9sar Felipe Vedani and C\u00e9sar Sanders. The song is written from the perspective of a dying man saying goodbye to his friends and reminiscing about his life.<\/p>\n What do you think? By now, you should be a pro at saying \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish!<\/p>\n We hope this article has given you options for any context you need\u2014and some killer music suggestions to accompany them!<\/p>\n If you want some extra vocabulary, you can read our articles on how to say \u201cthank you<\/a>,\u201d \u201cyou\u2019re welcome<\/a>, \u201c and \u201cplease<\/a>\u201d in Spanish.<\/p>\n \u00a1Hasta la vista, baby!<\/p>\n Clozemaster\u00a0<\/strong>has been designed to help you learn the language in context by filling in the gaps in authentic sentences. With features such as Grammar Challenges, Cloze-Listening, and Cloze-Reading, the app will let you emphasize all the competencies necessary to become fluent in Spanish.<\/p>\n<\/a>\u00a1Adi\u00f3s!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Chau!\/\u00a1Chao!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Despedir(se)<\/em>: the verb for saying \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/a>Until we meet again: how to say \u201csee you later\u201d in Spanish<\/h2>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Hasta luego!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Nos vemos!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Hasta ma\u00f1ana!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Hasta la pr\u00f3xima!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>A good sendoff: other ways to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish<\/h2>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Buen fin de semana!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Que te vaya bien!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Que tenga\/s un buen d\u00eda!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>How to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d at nighttime in Spanish<\/h2>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Buenas noches!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Que descanses!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u00a1Que duermas bien!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>How to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in emails<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Saludos (cordiales)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Atentamente<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Cordialmente<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Un (fuerte) abrazo<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Un beso \/ Besos<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Con cari\u00f1o<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Goodbye in more than words<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Waving<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Handshake<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>One or two kisses?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Hugging<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Bonus: songs about saying \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish<\/h2>\n
<\/a>\u201cMe voy\u201d by Julieta Venegas<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u201cTe dejo Madrid\u201d by Shakira<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u201cUn beso y una flor\u201d by Nino Bravo<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u201cAdi\u00f3s\u201d by Gustavo Cerati<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>\u201cAdi\u00f3s muchachos\u201d by Carlos Gardel<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>How to say \u201cgoodbye\u201d in Spanish – Final thoughts<\/h2>\n
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