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Saying goodbye in German is just as important as saying hello. After all, goodbyes are like Thanos: is inevitable. After starting the conversation with a proper greeting, you also need to end it with style. So if you\u2019re ready to say goodbye to your German friends but don\u2019t know how to say it, you\u2019ve come to the right place.<\/p>\n

Here are 15 different ways to say goodbye in German \u2013 from the famous Auf Wiedersehen to different variations of \u201csee you later.\u201d All of them will come in handy soon if you want to learn German and speak it like a native.<\/p>\n

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1. Auf Wiedersehen \u2013 \u2018Goodbye\u2019 in German<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Auf Wiedersehen is the most common way to say goodbye in German. It’s a standard, neutral expression, so it’s safe to use in any formal social setting or whenever you think you shouldn’t use a regular goodbye. While Germans use it to say “goodbye,” it literally translates to “see you later.” Similarly, Auf Wiederh\u00f6ren can be used at the end of a conversation taking place on the phone. It means \u201cuntil we hear from each other again.\u201d<\/p>\n

2.Tsch\u00fcss \u2013 \u201cGoodbye\u201d in German<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Tsch\u00fcss is the most common affectionate farewell in German. It’s short, sweet and casual and you’ll often hear it used between friends and family. Contrary to popular belief, Germans love cute words so much that they also say Tsch\u00fcss Tsch\u00fcss, which means \u201cgoodbye\u201d or Tsch\u00fcssi, which literally means \u201cgoodbye for a bit\u201d.<\/p>\n

3. Sch\u00f6nen Tag (noch) \u2013 \u2018Have a good day\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Now that you know the most common ways to say goodbye in German, it’s time to move on to some variations. These are perfect for those times when you want to switch from “goodbye” to “see you later” or “have a nice day.” One of these variations is Sch\u00f6nen Card, which can be used with or without the notch. It’s a friendly way to wish someone a good day! Similarly, you would say Sch\u00f6nes Wochenende to wish someone a nice weekend.<\/p>\n

4. Einen sch\u00f6nen Tag noch \u2013 \u201cHave a nice day\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A more polite version of Sch\u00f6nen Tag noch is Einen sch\u00f6nen Tag noch. It means the same thing, but this expression is used by people who want to be more formal and respectful.<\/p>\n

5. Ciao \u2013 \u201cGoodbye\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Like the rest of Europe, Germans borrowed Ciao from the Italians. It is a nice, friendly, and international way to say goodbye to a friend. Equally elegant, though less common, is the French Adieu or Ade.<\/p>\n

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6. Man sieht sich \u2013 \u201cSee you soon\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When you have not scheduled your next meeting or get-together and you are not sure when you will see the other person again, you can simply say Man sieht sich, which means \u201csee you soon\u201d.<\/p>\n

7. Bis heo \u2013 \u201cSee you soon\u201d in German<\/strong><\/h3>\n

However, it is much more common to say goodbye by saying Bis heo, which means \u201csee you soon\u201d in German. For the next three goodbyes, it will be helpful to know that bis is the German equivalent of \u201cuntil.\u201d<\/p>\n

8. Bis sp\u00e4ter \u2013 \u2018See you later\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you want to get more creative with your goodbyes in German, Bis sp\u00e4ter is another great alternative to the standard goodbye. Alternatively, you can also say Bis dann, which conveys the same \u201csee you later\u201d message in a slightly different way. If you meant \u201csee you tomorrow,\u201d you guessed it! You would say Bis morgen.<\/p>\n

9. Bis Montag \u2013 \u201cUntil Monday\u201d<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not uncommon to use bis in conjunction with days of the week in German.
\nBis Montag\u00a0\u2013 \u201cUntil Monday\u201d
\nBis Dienstag\u00a0\u2013 \u201cUntil Tuesday\u201d
\nBis Mittwoch\u00a0\u2013 \u201cUntil Wednesday\u201d
\nBis Donnerstag\u00a0\u2013 \u201cUntil Thursday\u201d
\nBis Freitag\u00a0\u2013 \u201cUntil Friday\u201d
\nBis Samstag\u00a0\u2013 \u201cUntil Saturday\u201d
\nBis Sonntag\u00a0\u2013 \u201cUntil Sunday\u201d<\/p>\n

10. Gute Nacht \u2013 \u201cGood Night\u201d in German<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Of course, Gute Nacht (\u201cgood night\u201d) is another great way to say goodbye if you\u2019re getting ready for bed. While we use Guten Morgen (\u201chello\u201d) as a greeting, Guten Nacht only functions as a goodbye.<\/p>\n

11. Bis zum n\u00e4chsten Mal \u2013 \u2018See you next time\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you want to say goodbye to someone you see often, such as a co-worker or classmate, Until Next Time is the most appropriate choice.<\/p>\n

12. Wir sehen uns dann \u2013 \u201cSee you later\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Wir sehen uns is another nice way to say \u201csee you later\u201d if you have plans with someone. Add dann to it and it will mean something like \u201csee you later\u201d.<\/p>\n

13. Viel Spa\u00df \u2013 \u201cHave fun\u201d in German<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If the other person is going to a party or similar activity, you can say Viel Spa\u00df, which means \u201cenjoy\u201d or \u201chave fun\u201d.<\/p>\n

14. Mach’s Belly \u2013 “Take care”<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For those of a more caring nature, Mach’s Belly is the perfect way to end a conversation. Of course, it’s an intimate way of saying goodbye and is only reserved for people with whom we have a special relationship.<\/p>\n

15. Lebewohl \u2013 “Goodbye”<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Finally, if you want to be dramatic or funny, you can always say Lebewohl, which literally means “live well,” but is often translated as “goodbye.” From now on, whichever way you choose, you will be able to say goodbye in German with complete confidence.<\/p>\n

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