Saying Goodbye
These phrases will help you smoothly and naturally wrap up a conversation and take your leave, whether you're with close friends or in a formal business setting.
Key Phrases
Vabbè, si è fatto davvero tardi, devo scappare adesso.
casualWell, it's gotten really late, I have to run now.
Common way to naturally excuse yourself from a casual gathering.
Si è fatto piuttosto tardi, vi saluto perché devo proprio andare.
neutralIt's gotten rather late, I'll say goodbye because I really must go.
A standard, polite way to leave a group setting.
Ciao ragazzi, io scappo! Ci si vede in giro.
casualBye guys, I'm taking off! See you around.
'Ci si vede in giro' is a very common casual farewell among friends.
Arrivederci, ci vediamo la prossima settimana in ufficio.
neutralGoodbye, see you next week in the office.
Standard goodbye for colleagues you see regularly.
Mi ha fatto davvero molto piacere conoscerti finalmente di persona.
neutralIt was really very nice to finally meet you in person.
Great for a first meeting with a friend of a friend or a new colleague.
Arrivederla, è stato un piacere conoscerla oggi.
politeGoodbye, it was a pleasure meeting you today.
Use the formal 'Lei' when saying goodbye to someone like a client or manager.
Buona serata, divertitevi e fate i bravi stasera!
casualHave a good evening, have fun and behave yourselves tonight!
Playful sign-off for friends who are staying out later than you.
Le auguro un buon fine settimana, ci aggiorniamo a lunedì.
politeI wish you a good weekend, we'll catch up on Monday.
Professional way to end the work week with a superior or client.
Dai, organizziamo qualcosa insieme per il prossimo fine settimana!
casualCome on, let's organize something together for next weekend!
'Dai' adds warmth and enthusiasm when proposing a plan to friends.
Dovremmo trovare un momento per prendere un caffè insieme presto.
neutralWe should find a moment to grab a coffee together soon.
Uses the conditional 'dovremmo' to make a soft, non-pushy suggestion.
Fatti vivo ogni tanto, mi raccomando non sparire!
casualReach out every so often, make sure you don't disappear!
Affectionate way to tell a good friend to keep in touch.
Ci teniamo in contatto, ti faccio sapere appena ho delle novità.
neutralWe'll keep in touch, I'll let you know as soon as I have news.
Useful for both personal acquaintances and casual business relationships.
Salutami tanto i tuoi genitori quando li vedi da parte mia.
casualSay a big hello to your parents from me when you see them.
Very common way to send warm regards to someone's family.
Mi saluti tanto la sua famiglia, per cortesia.
politePlease give my best regards to your family.
Formal way to send greetings, using the formal imperative 'saluti'.
Grazie mille per la cena, è stata una serata davvero fantastica.
casualThanks so much for dinner, it was a truly fantastic evening.
Perfect for leaving a friend's dinner party or gathering.
La ringrazio ancora per il tempo che mi ha dedicato oggi.
politeI thank you again for the time you dedicated to me today.
Standard polite wrap-up for a meeting, interview, or appointment.