Goodbye in Spanish

This free audio lesson is all about saying goodbye in Spanish. Spanish goodbyes are an important part of any Spanish speakers vocabulary.

Like in most languages, there are different ways to say goodbye in Spanish; the words and expressions will vary depending on the tone you would like to use: formal, polite or casual. Knowing these words and expressions are essential when learning any language as it would reflect friendliness and good manners. (Some people would see someone who does not say goodbye as rude!)

How to say Goodbye in Spanish

You can also say goodbye with one of the following phrases.

Some more Goodbyes in Spanish

Keep in mind that in most Hispanic countries people greet and say goodbye with a kiss. Usually in Latin America one kiss is given, while in Spain two kisses is the custom, one on each cheek; so don’t be surprised when a Hispanic person greets you with a kiss when you have just met!

How to write Goodbye in Spanish

You can also use goodbye in a written way. When we finish a letter or email, these are some expressions you could use to end it:

Saluda cordialmente a Ud. (formal) - Yours sincerely
Atentamente (formal) - Sincerely
Cariñosamente - Lovingly / Dearly (if it’s someone close or know you)
Marta y yo les deseamos lo mejor - Martha and I wish you the best
Dele mis saludos a... - Give my regards to… (unspecified person)
Esperando… tu respuesta/saber de tí. - Waiting on your answer/ hear from you.
Quedo a la espera de tu/su respuesta. - I look forward to your answer/reply.
Abrazos/Besos de parte de... - Hugs / Kisses from…
Un saludo desde... (Chile, Londres... etc). - Greetings from ... (Chile, London ... etc).
Con amor - With love
Con cariño - With love
Escríbeme pronto - Write me soon!

That’s it for this lesson. If you want more lessons on Spanish salutations then I recommend that you check out the following:

Which greetings in Spanish to use at different times of the day?
How about the best way to say hello in Spanish?
The best conversation starters in Spanish.

Mauricio Evlampieff
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