chau
informal
In Bolivia the everyday word for "goodbye" is chau. Adiós is more formal, and hasta luego means "see you later".
Meaning: farewell (interjection)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| chau | informal |
| Hasta luego | neutral |
| Adiós | standard |
Chau is used with friends and family. With older people or in a formal setting, adiós or hasta luego sounds more respectful.
Which one should you use?
Hasta luego is the safest choice because it fits almost any situation, from a shop to a meeting.
Did you know?
- Chau comes from the Italian ciao and is used all over the Spanish-speaking world.
Examples in context
- Chau, nos vemos mañana.Bye, see you tomorrow.
- Hasta luego, señor.See you later, sir.
Example conversation
Camila leaves a friend's house in Oruro after dinner.
- CamilaGracias por todo. Chau.Thanks for everything. Bye.
- AmigaChau, cuídate.Bye, take care.
- CamilaNos vemos pronto.See you soon.
