xayr
The English phrase 'goodbye' is translated into Uzbek as xayr. Wiktionary also lists hayrlashuv and alvido.
Meaning: farewell (intj)
Ways to say it
| Uzbek |
|---|
| xayr |
| hayrlashuv |
| alvido |
The phrase is used to express farewell. In natural conversation, you will often see the word combined with other phrases, such as Xayr, ko'rishguncha! to mean 'Goodbye, see you!'
Which one should you use?
While xayr is a standard way to say goodbye, alvido carries a more formal or poetic tone, often found in literature or used during very serious departures. hayrlashuv functions differently as it is a noun referring to the act of parting or a farewell ceremony.
How does it change in a sentence?
hayrlashuv is the noun form used to describe a farewell or the act of saying goodbye.
Did you know?
- While xayr is the standard farewell, Uzbeks may use salomat bo'ling to say goodbye to elders, which literally means 'be healthy'.
- The word xayr actually means 'goodness' or 'blessing' in its original Arabic form. When you say 'goodbye' in Uzbek, you are essentially wishing someone 'goodness' upon them.
- While xayr is a standard farewell, the word alvido can imply a sense of permanence or tragedy, as if the speakers may never meet again.
Examples in context
- Xayr, ertaga ko'rishamiz.Goodbye, see you tomorrow.
- Hammasi uchun rahmat, xayr.Thank you for everything, goodbye.
- Men ketishim kerak, xayr.I need to go, goodbye.
Example conversation
Madina and Temur are finishing a conversation at a cafe.
- MadinaVaqtimiz tugadi, xayr, Temur.Our time is up, goodbye, Temur.
- TemurXayr, Madina, yoqimli dam oling.Goodbye, Madina, have a pleasant rest.
- MadinaRahmat, sizga ham xayr.Thank you, goodbye to you too.
- TemurYana ko'rishguncha!Until we meet again!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “goodbye” translations and entries xayr, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries xayr, CC BY-SA 4.0.
