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Auf Wiedersehen

/aʊf ˈviːdɐˌzeːən/
phrase★Beginner— goodbye
formal

A formal or polite way to say goodbye in German, often used in written or spoken contexts where a more formal tone is appropriate.

Sie sagte Auf Wiedersehen und verließ den Raum.

She said goodbye and left the room.

💡

While 'Tschüss' is more casual, 'Auf Wiedersehen' is the standard formal way to say goodbye in German.

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Related Phrases

Guten Tagphrase
good day
Tschüssphrase
bye

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal

Use 'Auf Wiedersehen' in formal contexts or with strangers, while 'Tschüss' is more casual.

📖Word Origin

Literally 'until we see each other again', combining 'auf' (until), 'wieder' (again), and 'sehen' (to see).

📝Usage Notes

Used in formal settings, letters, or when addressing someone with respect. Less common in casual conversation among friends.

Word Breakdown

Auf
until
prefix
+
Wieder
again
root
+
sehen
to see
root
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