arrivederci
/a.rri.ve.ˈder.tʃi/
goodbye
Arrivederci, a presto!
Goodbye, see you soon!
formal
A formal or polite way to say goodbye, often implying that you will see the person again.
Arrivederci, signora. Grazie per la sua ospitalità.
Goodbye, madam. Thank you for your hospitality.
More formal than 'ciao' and often used in professional or polite settings.
Collocations
arrivederci e graziegoodbye and thank you
Antonyms
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'arrivederci' in formal or polite settings, while 'ciao' is more casual.
Gold Rule
Correct Usage
Always use 'arrivederci' when saying goodbye to someone you expect to see again, especially in formal contexts.
Word Origin
From the Italian phrase 'a riverderci,' meaning 'until we see each other again.'
Usage Notes
Used in formal or polite contexts, often when parting ways with someone you expect to see again.
Word Breakdown
a
to
prepositionriverderci
see you again
verb phraseDizionario Italiano-Inglese