bye
word
/ˈbaɪ/
BYE
/bˈaɪ/
BYE
Definition
A short and informal way to say 'goodbye' when someone is leaving.
Usage & Nuances
'Bye' is very informal and common in spoken English. It's often used alone or with words like 'See you' or 'Bye-bye'. Not used in formal writing.
Spanish: adiós - chau - hasta luegoPortuguese (BR): tchau - adeusPortuguese (PT): adeus - tchauChinese (Simplified): 再见 - 拜拜Chinese (Traditional): 再見 - 拜拜Hindi: अलविदा - बायArabic: وداعًا - مع السلامةBengali: বাই - বিদায়Russian: покаJapanese: バイ - じゃあねVietnamese: tạm biệt - byeKorean: 잘 가 - 바이Turkish: hoşça kal - bay bayUrdu: خدا حافظ - بائیIndonesian: dadah - bye
Example Sentences
Okay, I have to go now. Bye!
natural
Bye, see you tomorrow!
basic
Everyone said bye before leaving the room.
basic
The children waved and shouted 'Bye!'
basic
We chatted for a while and then said bye.
natural
She gave him a quick hug and whispered, 'Bye.'
natural