far vel
The Old Norse way to say bye is far vel.
far vel is used as a parting expression, serving as a short form of goodbye.
Meaning: short for goodbye (intj)
Which one should you use?
You can also use the informal phrase Vertu sæll, which carries the meaning "Be happy".
Did you know?
- The word far in far vel is a direct imperative command meaning 'go' or 'travel'.
- While far vel is a general parting, the phrase Vertu sæll changes based on who you are talking to. You would say Vertu sæll to a man and Vertu sæll's feminine form Vertu sæla to a woman.
- Old Norse speakers used different parting phrases depending on whether the person was staying or leaving. Far vel specifically implies the person is departing, literally telling them to 'go well'.
Examples in context
- Vertu sæll.Be happy.
- Far vel.Farewell.
- Far vel, vinr min.Farewell, my friend.
Example conversation
Olaf is departing from Helga's house after a visit.
- HelgaFar vel, Olaf.Farewell, Olaf.
- OlafTakk, Helga. Far vel.Thanks, Helga. Farewell.
- HelgaSjáum ok aftur.See you again.
- OlafJá, sjáum ok aftur.Yes, see you again.
