hasta luego
/ˌasta ˈlweɡo/
The English phrase "bye for now" is translated into Spanish as hasta luego.
Hasta luego is used to say "see you later." It is a way to say goodbye when you expect to see the person again.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase hasta luego literally translates to "until later".
Which one should you use?
While hasta luego implies a future encounter, the word adiós can sometimes feel more final or permanent.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌasta ˈlweɡo/
Did you know?
- The word hasta might actually have Arabic origins, specifically from the word ḥattā, meaning 'until'.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, saying hasta luego is often accompanied by a light touch on the arm or a cheek kiss, depending on the relationship.
- While hasta luego is a standard goodbye, some speakers use it as a polite way to end a conversation without actually intending to see the person again.
Examples in context
- Hasta luego.Bye for now.This example shows how to use hasta luego in a simple sentence.Tatoeba #2267734 by cueyayotl, translation #2167181 by AlanF_US
- Adiós por ahora, ha sido un placer conocerlo/aGoodbye for now, it's been a pleasure meeting you
- Hasta luego, espero volver a verlo/a prontoSee you later, I hope to see you again soon
- Nos vemos en el cine más tardeSee you at the movies later
- Hasta pronto, cuídate muchoSee you soon, take care
- Chao, nos vemos mañanaBye, see you tomorrow
- Nos vemos, hasta luego.See you, bye for now.
- Tengo que irme, hasta luego.I have to go, bye for now.
Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are leaving a coffee shop after meeting.
- SofíaMe alegra verte, Javier.I am glad to see you, Javier.
- JavierA mí también, Sofía. Hasta luego.Me too, Sofía. Bye for now.
- Sofía¡Que tengas un buen día!Have a good day!
- JavierGracias, adiós.Thanks, bye.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry hasta luego, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries hasta, hasta luego, luego, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
