Adeus
everyday, Portugal
In Portugal people often say Adeus when they leave, even to someone they will see again soon. Até logo and the casual Tchau are also common. It is also called Até amanhã.
Meaning: goodbye (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Portuguese | Note |
|---|---|
| Adeus | everyday, Portugal |
| Até logo | neutral |
| Tchau | casual |
| Até amanhã | neutral |
Adeus is a normal everyday goodbye in shops, offices and between neighbors. When you know when you will meet again, use Até amanhã for tomorrow or Até já for a few minutes from now.
Which one should you use?
Tchau is understood everywhere and used in Portugal too, but it sounds more casual than Adeus. Friends may add Beijinhos or Um abraço as they part.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Brazil Adeus sounds final and a bit dramatic, so Brazilians prefer Tchau or Até logo. In Portugal it carries no such weight.
Did you know?
- The Portuguese adeus comes from a Deus, meaning "to God", which is why it can sound final in Brazil.
Examples in context
- Adeus, até amanhã!Bye, see you tomorrow!
- Até logo, e boa tarde.See you later, and have a good afternoon.
- Tchau, um abraço para a família.Bye, a hug to the family.
Example conversation
Inês leaves a café in Porto and says goodbye to the waiter Rui.
- InêsObrigada, Rui. Adeus!Thank you, Rui. Bye!
- RuiAdeus, Inês. Até amanhã?Bye, Inês. See you tomorrow?
- InêsSim, até amanhã.Yes, see you tomorrow.
