Buenas noches, amigos
The English phrase "good night, friends" is translated into Spanish as Buenas noches, amigos.
Buenas noches is used both as a greeting when arriving somewhere in the evening and as a farewell when leaving or going to bed. To make your wish more affectionate, you can add the term queridos (dear) or amados (beloved) before amigos. Another way to wish friends a good night is to say Que tengan una noche genial, amigos, which means "Have a great night, friends". Additionally, it is common to use the verb descansar (to rest) when wishing someone a good night, such as by saying descansen bien (rest well).
How does it change in a sentence?
If the group of friends consists entirely of women, you should use the feminine form amigas instead of amigos.
Did you know?
- While 'buenas noches' is common, you might hear friends say que duerman con los angelitos, which literally means 'sleep with the little angels'. It is a common, affectionate way to wish a group a peaceful night.
- Spanish has a specific concept called sobremesa, the tradition of staying at the table talking with amigos long after the meal is finished, often ending with a collective Buenas noches.
- If you are speaking to a group of friends in a very informal setting, you might hear the slangy buenas on its own as a quick, casual way to acknowledge the room.
Examples in context
- Buenas noches, amigos.Good night, friends.
- ¡Buenas noches, amigos! Nos vemos mañana.Good night, friends! See you tomorrow.
- Buenas noches, amigos, que descansen mucho.Good night, friends, sleep well.
Example conversation
Daniel is leaving a small gathering at a friend's house.
- DanielBuenas noches, amigos, me tengo que ir.Good night, friends, I have to go.
- LucíaEstá bien, Daniel, descansa.Alright, Daniel, rest up.
- DanielGracias, Lucía. Nos vemos pronto.Thanks, Lucía. See you soon.
- Lucía¡Adiós!Goodbye!
