Good night
Night bye
Use it only when leaving or going to sleep to signal the end of your day.
En 15 segundos
- A final goodbye used only late in the evening or before bed.
- Never use it as a greeting when arriving somewhere at night.
- Works for everyone from your boss to your best friend.
Significado
This is a friendly way to say goodbye to someone at the end of the day or right before you go to sleep. It is like telling someone, 'Have a peaceful night and sleep well.'
Ejemplos clave
3 de 6Leaving a friend's house late
Thanks for the dinner, good night!
Thanks for the dinner, night bye!
Tucking a child into bed
Good night, sleep tight, don't let the bedbugs bite!
Good night, sleep well, stay safe!
Ending a late business meeting
Thank you all for your time tonight. Good night.
Thank you for the meeting. Goodbye for the night.
Contexto cultural
The phrase has been a staple of English since the 13th century. It reflects a cultural value of wishing others safety during the 'vulnerable' hours of sleep. In many Western households, saying 'Good night' is a mandatory polite ritual before heading to bed.
The 'Hello' Mistake
Don't say 'Good night' when you arrive at a party at 8 PM. It sounds like you are leaving immediately! Use 'Good evening' instead.
The 'Sleep Tight' Mystery
People often say 'Good night, sleep tight.' This refers to old beds that used ropes to hold the mattress—you wanted them tight so you wouldn't sag!
En 15 segundos
- A final goodbye used only late in the evening or before bed.
- Never use it as a greeting when arriving somewhere at night.
- Works for everyone from your boss to your best friend.
What It Means
Good night is your go-to phrase for ending the day. It is a warm way to say goodbye when the sun is down. It tells the other person you are finished talking for the night. It also implies you hope they rest well. It is not just a greeting; it is a finality.
How To Use It
You use it as the very last thing you say. Think of it like a verbal 'period' at the end of a sentence. You can say it to your partner before closing your eyes. You can say it to a waiter as you leave a late dinner. You can even text it to a friend before you put your phone away. It is simple, sweet, and very common.
When To Use It
Use this when you are leaving a party late in the evening. Use it when you are hanging up a phone call after 8:00 PM. It is perfect for when you are walking out of a movie theater. If you are at home, say it to your family before you head to your bedroom. It signals that your social battery is empty for the day. Just don't say it if you plan to keep talking!
When NOT To Use It
Never use Good night to say hello. If you walk into a restaurant at 9:00 PM, say Good evening instead. Saying Good night when you arrive makes people think you are leaving immediately. It would be like saying 'Goodbye' the moment you walk through the door. Also, avoid it in the morning, unless you work the night shift and are going to bed at 7:00 AM. That might get you some funny looks!
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, sleep is seen as a private, restorative time. By saying Good night, you are acknowledging that the day's work and social duties are over. It has a long history in literature and lullabies. It is often the very first phrase children learn to say to their parents. It creates a sense of safety and closure before the darkness of night.
Common Variations
You will hear many versions of this. Nighty-night is what you say to children or in a very cute way. Sweet dreams adds a little extra love to the wish. If you are in a rush, a simple Night! works perfectly. In the UK, you might hear Sleep tight, which comes from an old idea about tightening bed ropes. Whatever version you choose, the feeling of warmth remains the same.
Notas de uso
It is a neutral phrase that fits almost any social hierarchy. The biggest mistake is using it as a greeting; remember, it is always an exit phrase.
The 'Hello' Mistake
Don't say 'Good night' when you arrive at a party at 8 PM. It sounds like you are leaving immediately! Use 'Good evening' instead.
The 'Sleep Tight' Mystery
People often say 'Good night, sleep tight.' This refers to old beds that used ropes to hold the mattress—you wanted them tight so you wouldn't sag!
Texting Shortcut
When texting friends, you can just type 'gn' or 'gnight' to be quick and casual.
Ejemplos
6Thanks for the dinner, good night!
Thanks for the dinner, night bye!
A standard way to exit a social gathering in the evening.
Good night, sleep tight, don't let the bedbugs bite!
Good night, sleep well, stay safe!
A traditional, humorous rhyme used with children.
Thank you all for your time tonight. Good night.
Thank you for the meeting. Goodbye for the night.
Professional yet polite way to end a late work session.
I'm so tired, good night babe.
I'm going to sleep now, bye love.
Short and sweet for digital communication.
You're still talking? Okay, good night!
You are boring, I am leaving/sleeping now!
Used sarcastically to show you are done with the conversation.
I'll see you in the morning, good night.
See you tomorrow, goodbye for now.
Polite interaction with staff before heading to your room.
Ponte a prueba
You are leaving a party at 11:00 PM. What do you say to the host?
Thanks for having me! ___.
Since it is late at night and you are leaving, 'Good night' is the correct closing.
Your friend sends you a text at midnight saying they are going to sleep. How do you reply?
___! See you tomorrow.
When someone is going to sleep, 'Good night' is the appropriate response.
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Ayudas visuales
Formality of 'Good Night'
Used with friends and family.
Night!
Standard use for most situations.
Good night.
Polite and slightly more distant.
I wish you a very good night.
When to say Good Night
Going to bed
To your spouse
Leaving a bar
To your friends
Ending a call
To your mom
Leaving work late
To the security guard
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, that is too early. Usually, wait until it is dark or at least after 6:00 PM to use it as a farewell.
No, it is strictly a farewell. Use Good evening if you are meeting someone at night.
Good evening is a hello; Good night is a goodbye. You arrive with an evening and leave with a night.
Yes, it is perfectly polite and neutral. It shows you are leaving the office or ending a late call.
It is a very informal, 'cute' version often used with children or romantic partners. Don't use it in a business meeting!
Yes! If you are leaving a party to go to another party, you still say Good night to the people you are leaving.
Both are common, but Good night (two words) is traditionally more correct as a greeting, while Goodnight is often used in casual writing.
Simply say Good night back, or add Sleep well or See you tomorrow.
It is just a silly, old-fashioned rhyme added to Good night for fun, mostly with kids. It's not a real warning about bugs!
Only if it is a very casual email sent late at night. Usually, Best regards or Thanks is better for work.
Frases relacionadas
Sweet dreams
A very affectionate way to wish someone a good sleep.
Sleep well
A polite wish for someone to have a restful night.
Good evening
The polite way to say 'hello' after the sun goes down.
See you in the morning
A common way to say goodbye at night to people you live with.
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