Adiós
neutral
Two common ways to say "goodbye" in Spanish are Adiós and hasta luego.
Meaning: farewell (interjection)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Adiós | neutral |
| Hasta luego | everyday |
Both work with strangers, shopkeepers and friends.
Which one should you use?
Adiós is a general farewell and can sound final in some regions. Hasta luego means "see you later" and is the friendlier choice when you expect to meet again.
Did you know?
- Adiós comes from the older phrase a Dios, meaning "to God".
Examples in context
- Adiós, que tengas buen día.Goodbye, have a good day.
- Hasta luego, nos vemos pronto.See you later, we will see each other soon.
Example conversation
Rosa leaves a bakery and says goodbye to the shop owner Tomás.
- RosaGracias, Tomás. Hasta luego.Thanks, Tomás. See you later.
- TomásHasta luego, Rosa. Que le vaya bien.See you later, Rosa. Take care.
- RosaAdiós.Goodbye.
