再见 (Zàijiàn)
interjection · Beginner · Greetings & Phrases
Meaning
English: Goodbye
The standard way to say goodbye, literally meaning see you again.
Examples
🗣 我先走了，再见！
💬 I am leaving now, goodbye!
Etymology
‘再见’ (Zàijiàn) translates to ‘goodbye,’ wherein ‘再’ (zài) means ‘again’ and ‘见’ (jiàn) means ‘to see,’ indicating a hope to see the person again.
How & Where It’s Used
‘再见’ is used in both formal and informal settings as a farewell expression. It is commonly spoken and written across all Mandarin-speaking communities.
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Tags: greeting, farewell