labanakt
The English phrase "goodnight" is translated into Lithuanian as labanakt.
labanakt is a phrase used to say goodbye or to wish someone a good night's sleep. In more informal settings, you may also use the phrase Į miegus to specifically bid someone a good night's sleep.
Did you know?
- If someone says labanakt to you as a way of ending a conversation but you are not going to sleep, it is often understood as a signal that the host wants their guests to leave for the night.
- While labanakt is for sleep, the phrase į miegus literally means 'into the sleeps'. It is used as a gentle command or invitation for children to go to bed.
- Because labanakt is a contraction, using the full labas naktis in a modern, casual setting can actually make you sound unexpectedly formal or stiff.
Examples in context
- Labanakt, visi!Goodnight, everyone!
- Labanakt, pasimatysime rytoj.Goodnight, see you tomorrow.
Example conversation
Lukas and Rūta are saying goodbye before going to their separate rooms.
- LukasLabanakt, Rūta.Goodnight, Rūta.
- RūtaLabanakt, Lukas.Goodnight, Lukas.
- LukasSveikų sapnų.Sweet dreams.
- RūtaAčiū, tau taip pat.Thanks, you too.
