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잘 가

jal ga
phrase★Beginner— goodbye
informal

A casual way to say goodbye, often used when the speaker is leaving or when parting ways with someone. It conveys a sense of warmth and familiarity.

시간이 늦었으니, 이제 잘 가야겠다.

It's getting late, so I should say goodbye now.

내일 또 봐! 잘 가!

See you tomorrow! Goodbye!

💡

This phrase is commonly used among friends, family, or colleagues in informal settings. It is less formal than '안녕히 가세요' (annyeonghi gaseyo).

Collocations

잘 가요goodbye (polite)잘 가세요goodbye (formal)

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

잘 가요phrase
goodbye (polite)
안녕히 가세요phrase
goodbye (formal)

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

Use '잘 가' when you are the one leaving. If someone else is leaving, use '잘 가요' or '안녕히 가세요' depending on formality.

⚡Gold Rule

Formality

In formal settings, such as with elders or superiors, use '안녕히 가세요' instead of '잘 가'.

📖Word Origin

Derived from '잘' (well) and '가다' (to go), literally meaning 'go well.'

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is typically used when the speaker is the one leaving. If the listener is leaving, '안녕히 가세요' (formal) or '잘 가요' (polite) is more appropriate.

Word Breakdown

잘
well
root
+
가
go
root
한영사전

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