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Last month we took a look at how to greet someone.

This month, we want to remind you how to say goodbye, which is always just as important to leave a lasting impression.

Farewell, is used only when you know you will never see the person again. Similar to Bon Voyage!

The most common expressions you will hear when someone says goodbye are (formal to informal):

If they say:                                                                      You say:

Good-bye                                                                         Good-bye

It was nice seeing you.                                                     It was nice seeing you too or Likewise

It was great/nice/ a pleasure meeting you.                       Likewise/You too

I’ve enjoyed talking with you                                             Likewise/ Me too.

Stay in touch                                                                    Will do/You too

I hope to see you soon                                                     Likewise/Me too

See you                                                                            See you later!

Take Care!                                                                        You too!

So Long!                                                                           Alright then, have a good one!

 

We also like to wish our listener a good day/weekend/trip:

Have a great day!                                                          You too/Likewise

Have a safe flight/trip.                                                    Thank you*

*(if you are the only one travelling simply say thank you…if they are also travelling you can say, “ you too”.)

Enjoy the rest of the day!                                              Thanks, you too!

Finally, if you are in a conversation that you need to get out of or you are in a hurry to leave:

I’m really sorry, but I have to leave.                               Of course, we’ll talk later.

I hate to interrupt, but I must go.                                    No problem.

Oh, look at the time! I should get going.                        Okay. We’ll catch up later.

I really must be going                                                     Yes, me too. Have a nice day!

It’s getting late. I need to go.                                          It is, nice talking with you.

 

A Great Review from BBC

Here’s a mini test for you to try

And a two minute video

 

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