Saying Goodbye
Use these phrases to end a conversation, wish someone well, and take your leave naturally in Italian.
Key Phrases
Arrivederci.
neutralGoodbye.
The standard, safe way to say goodbye in most everyday situations.
ArrivederLa.
politeGoodbye (formal).
Very formal — use with elders, doctors, or in strict professional settings.
Ciao!
casualBye!
Only use this with friends, family, or people your own age.
A presto.
neutralSee you soon.
Use this when you don't have a specific plan or exact time to meet again.
Ci vediamo!
casualSee you!
Very common among friends instead of a formal goodbye.
A dopo.
neutralSee you later.
Use this only when you will see the person again on the exact same day.
Buona giornata!
neutralHave a good day!
A polite addition when leaving someone during the morning or early afternoon.
Buona serata!
neutralHave a good evening!
Use this instead of 'buona giornata' from late afternoon onwards.
Devo andare.
neutralI have to go.
A simple and direct way to excuse yourself from a conversation.
Scappo!
casualI have to run!
Literally 'I escape' — very natural when leaving in a hurry.
Buon fine settimana!
neutralHave a good weekend!
Commonly said on Friday afternoons when leaving work or school.