خدا حافظ (khuda hafiz)
phrase · Beginner · Greetings & Phrases
Meaning
English: Goodbye
The classic farewell, literally may God protect you; also Allah hafiz.
Examples
🗣 خدا حافظ! پھر ملیں گے۔
💬 Goodbye! We will meet again.
Etymology
‘خدا حافظ’ means ‘God protect you’ and combines ‘خدا’ (God) with ‘حافظ’ (protector), reflecting deep-rooted Islamic religious sentiments in Urdu.
How & Where It’s Used
Used as a farewell, especially in Muslim communities, it is common in both spoken and written forms, with a personal and affectionate tone.
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Tags: farewell, essential