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Goodbye Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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goodbye

[หŒษกสŠdหˆbaษช ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Interjection

formal

An expression of good wishes when parting or at the end of a conversation.

Synonyms

bye, farewell, see you later.

Examples of usage

  • Goodbye, my friend. I'll see you soon.
  • She waved goodbye as the train pulled out of the station.
Context #2 | Noun

casual

An instance of saying goodbye; a farewell.

Synonyms

farewell, parting, send-off.

Examples of usage

  • She gave him a quick goodbye and left the room.
  • The goodbyes at the airport were emotional.
Context #3 | Adjective

informal

Causing someone to leave or to be left.

Synonyms

farewell, final, parting.

Examples of usage

  • He received a goodbye letter from his ex-girlfriend.
  • The goodbye party was a bittersweet occasion.

Translations

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Origin of 'goodbye'

The word 'goodbye' originated from the term 'God be with you' in the 16th century. Over time, it evolved into the shortened form we commonly use today. The expression is used globally as a polite way to bid farewell to someone.

See also: good, goodies, goodness, goods.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,392, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.