buenas noches
neutral
The standard phrase is buenas noches. Friendly alternatives are que descanses, "rest well", and the playful a mimir.
Meaning: a farewell said at night (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| buenas noches | neutral |
| Que descanses | friendly |
| A mimir | slang, playful |
Buenas noches is also a greeting when you arrive in the evening, not only when you leave.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
A mimir is cute and only fits family, partners and close friends.
How does it change in a sentence?
Que descanses is for tú. Use que descanse when speaking formally.
Did you know?
- Buenas noches uses the plural, as do buenos días and buenas tardes.
Examples in context
- Buenas noches, hasta mañana.Goodnight, see you tomorrow.
- Que descanses, mi amor.Rest well, my love.
- Me voy a mimir, buenas noches.I am going to sleep, goodnight.
Example conversation
Ana says goodnight to her roommate Beto.
- AnaMe voy a dormir.I am going to sleep.
- BetoQue descanses.Rest well.
- AnaGracias, buenas noches.Thanks, goodnight.
