Saying Goodbye
Use these phrases to naturally end a conversation, say your goodbyes, and politely take your leave.
Key Phrases
Salut !
casualBye!
Also means 'hello', but very commonly used for 'bye' with friends.
Au revoir.
neutralGoodbye.
The standard and safe way to say goodbye to anyone.
Je vais y aller.
casualI'm going to get going.
A very natural way to announce you are leaving soon.
Je dois partir.
neutralI have to leave.
Clear and direct, good for most situations when you need to exit.
À plus !
casualSee ya!
Short for 'À plus tard'. Only use with friends and colleagues.
À plus tard !
neutralSee you later!
Used when you will see the person again later on the same day.
Passe une bonne journée !
casualHave a good day!
Use with friends or family (the 'tu' form).
Passez une bonne journée !
politeHave a good day!
Use with strangers, elders, or staff (the 'vous' form).
Prends soin de toi.
casualTake care.
Use when saying goodbye to someone you are close to.
Prenez soin de vous.
politeTake care.
Polite form, often used in service encounters or to show respect.