tạm biệt
/tâːm biə̰t/phrase★Beginner
formalinformal
Goodbye; a polite way to say farewell to someone when leaving or ending a conversation.
Tạm biệt, tôi phải đi bây giờ.
Goodbye, I have to go now.
Tạm biệt, hẹn gặp lại sau!
Goodbye, see you later!
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Used in both formal and informal contexts, though 'chào tạm biệt' is slightly more formal.
Collocations
tạm biệtgoodbyetạm biệt vĩnh viễngoodbye forever
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Related Phrases
tạm biệt vĩnh viễnphrase
goodbye forever
chào tạm biệtphrase
goodbye (more formal)
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
While 'tạm biệt' is neutral, 'chào tạm biệt' is slightly more formal, often used in professional or respectful contexts.
⚡Gold Rule
Usage in Writing
In formal writing, 'tạm biệt' is often used at the end of letters or messages to signify the end of communication.
📖Word Origin
From 'tạm' (temporary) and 'biệt' (separate), literally meaning 'temporary separation.'
📝Usage Notes
'Tạm biệt' is the standard way to say goodbye in Vietnamese. It is polite and appropriate in most situations.
Word Breakdown
tạm
temporary
rootbiệt
separate
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh