Adiós: goodbye
Pronunciation: ah-DYOHS (stress the capital letters)
Adiós means “goodbye” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: goodbye
- How to say it: ah-DYOHS
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “adiós” means and how to use it
Adiós means “goodbye.” It can feel final in some countries, so people often use “hasta luego” or “nos vemos” for a casual goodbye.
Examples with audio
- Adiós, hasta mañana.Goodbye, see you tomorrow.
- Les digo adiós a mis amigos.I say goodbye to my friends.
- Adiós, que tengas un buen día.Goodbye, have a good day.
Usage tip
In some regions adiós is also used as a casual greeting when passing someone. For “see you later,” say “hasta luego,” and for “see you soon,” “hasta pronto.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “goodbye” in Spanish?
“goodbye” in Spanish is “adiós.” It is pronounced ah-DYOHS, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “adiós”?
Say ah-DYOHS. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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