How to Say “Goodbye” in Different Languages

Saying goodbye is part of every day—whether you’re leaving school, ending a playdate, or just waving to a friend. Around the world, people say goodbye in many different ways. Want to learn how kids say “goodbye” in other languages? Let’s take a look!

A Friendly Farewell in Many Languages

Here are different ways to say “goodbye” across the globe:

• Danish: Farvel

• Arabic: وداعًا – Wadaʿan

• Finnish: Näkemiin

• Dutch: Tot ziens

• Hindi: गुड बॉय – Guḍ bŏyā (Note: more natural version is अलविदा – Alvida)

• Czech: Nashledanou

• Chinese: 再见 – Zàijiàn

• Turkish: Güle güle

• Bulgarian: Довиждане – Doviždane

• Greek: Αντίο – Antío

• Japanese: さようなら – Sayōnara

• Portuguese: Adeus

• Swedish: Hejdå

• Hebrew: ביי – Bye (More natural: להתראות – Lehitraot)

• Korean: 안녕히 가세요 – Annyeonghi gaseyo

• German: Auf Wiedersehen (Note: Abschied means “farewell” but isn’t used as a goodbye phrase)

• Italian: Arrivederci (Note: “Good Bye” is English; Italian uses Arrivederci)

• Polish: Do widzenia (Note: “Good Bye” is English; Do widzenia is correct in Polish)

• Spanish: Adiós

• French: Au revoir

• Norwegian: Ha det bra (Note: “God bye” is not used in Norwegian)

• Russian: До свидания – Do svidaniya

Isn’t it wonderful how many different ways people say the same kind message?

Say Hello and Goodbye with Dinolingo

Whether you’re starting a conversation or ending one, Dinolingo helps kids ages 2–14 learn useful everyday phrases in over 50 languages! Dinolingo makes language learning fun through songs, games, videos, and printable flashcards. With rewards, offline activities, and a parent dashboard, kids can keep exploring new words and cultures every day.

Conclusion

Goodbyes can be hard—but they’re also a chance to show kindness and care. Whether you say “Au revoir,” “Adiós,” or “Güle güle,” every goodbye is part of a new learning journey. And with Dinolingo, there’s always a new “hello” waiting just around the corner!