Saying Goodbye
Use these phrases to say goodbye naturally in Norwegian, from casual parting with friends to politely thanking a host.
Key Phrases
Ha det bra!
neutralGoodbye!
The standard and most common way to say goodbye to anyone.
Ha det!
casualBye!
A shorter, more relaxed version to use with friends, family or colleagues.
Vi ses!
neutralSee you!
Used as a fixed phrase when you expect to see the person again.
Vi snakkes!
casualTalk to you later!
Very common among friends, even if you will see them rather than talk on the phone.
Takk for i dag.
neutralThanks for today.
Extremely common in Norway when leaving work, school, or finishing an activity with others.
Takk for meg.
politeThanks for having me.
A polite and necessary fixed phrase when leaving someone's home after a dinner or visit.
Ha en fin dag!
neutralHave a nice day!
Common when leaving a shop or saying goodbye earlier in the day.
God natt.
neutralGood night.
Used right before going to sleep.
Jeg går nå.
neutralI am leaving now.
Literally 'I walk now', used to simply announce you are heading out.