下次见！
See you next time!
Literalmente: Next time see!
Use it to end conversations warmly when you expect to see the person again in the future.
En 15 segundos
- A friendly way to say 'see you' when parting ways.
- Implies you will definitely meet the person again soon.
- Perfect for friends, colleagues, and regular service staff.
Significado
It is a friendly, versatile way to say goodbye when you expect to cross paths with someone again. It implies a sense of continuity and future connection.
Ejemplos clave
3 de 6Leaving a coffee shop with a friend
今天很开心，下次见！
Today was fun, see you next time!
Ending a casual business lunch
合作愉快，我们下次见。
Great working with you, see you next time.
Texting a crush after a date
到家了，下次见：）
I'm home, see you next time! :)
Contexto cultural
This phrase reflects the Chinese emphasis on 'yuanfen' (fated connections) and maintaining social harmony. By focusing on the next encounter, it avoids the potential sadness or finality of a formal goodbye. It has become the standard closing for digital communication and casual hangouts in modern urban China.
The Time Swap
You can replace '下次' (next time) with any time word like '周五' (Friday) or '两点' (2 o'clock) to be specific.
Don't be too literal
Even if you don't have a specific 'next time' planned, it's a polite way to end things. Don't worry about checking your calendar!
En 15 segundos
- A friendly way to say 'see you' when parting ways.
- Implies you will definitely meet the person again soon.
- Perfect for friends, colleagues, and regular service staff.
What It Means
下次见 (xià cì jiàn) is your go-to phrase for parting ways. It literally translates to "Next time see." It is warm, optimistic, and very common. You are basically telling the other person that this isn't the end. It is a bridge to your next encounter. It feels much more personal than a cold "goodbye."
How To Use It
Just drop it at the end of a conversation. You can say it as you walk away. You can type it at the end of a chat. It works perfectly on its own. If you want to be specific, you can add a time. For example, 明天见 means "see you tomorrow." But 下次见 is great when you aren't sure exactly when you'll meet again. It keeps the door open without a calendar invite.
When To Use It
Use it with friends after grabbing bubble tea. Use it with a language partner after a session. It is perfect for your favorite barista as you leave the shop. Even in a relaxed business meeting, it sounds professional yet friendly. It shows you enjoyed the interaction. It is the "see ya" of the Chinese world. It is safe, polite, and makes people smile.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it if you are never going to see them again. If you are quitting a job on bad terms, skip it. If you are breaking up with someone, this might send the wrong signal! It implies a future meeting. Also, in extremely formal ceremonies, a more traditional 再见 (zàijiàn) might be preferred. But honestly, it is hard to offend anyone with this phrase. Just don't say it to a stranger you bumped into on the subway.
Cultural Background
Chinese culture values long-term relationships and "saving face." Saying goodbye can sometimes feel a bit heavy or final. 下次见 lightens the mood. It focuses on the "next time" rather than the current departure. It reflects a culture that prioritizes recurring social circles. In the past, people used more flowery language. Today, this modern phrase is the king of casual social harmony.
Common Variations
If you are feeling extra casual, try 下次聊 (xià cì liáo) which means "talk next time." If you are in a rush, a simple "Bye-bye" (written as 拜拜) is very popular in cities. If you know exactly when you'll meet, swap 下次 for the day. 周一见 (zhōu yī jiàn) means "see you Monday." It is like a Lego set—just swap the first part to fit your schedule!
Notas de uso
The phrase is highly versatile and sits comfortably in the neutral-to-informal range. It is rarely 'wrong' to use unless the situation is incredibly somber or final.
The Time Swap
You can replace '下次' (next time) with any time word like '周五' (Friday) or '两点' (2 o'clock) to be specific.
Don't be too literal
Even if you don't have a specific 'next time' planned, it's a polite way to end things. Don't worry about checking your calendar!
The 'Bye Bye' Takeover
In big cities like Shanghai or Beijing, young people often just say 'Bye-bye' in English. It's considered cute and trendy!
Ejemplos
6今天很开心，下次见！
Today was fun, see you next time!
A classic way to end a hang-out.
合作愉快，我们下次见。
Great working with you, see you next time.
Adds a touch of warmth to a professional relationship.
到家了，下次见：）
I'm home, see you next time! :)
The smiley face and the phrase show interest in another date.
同学们，课后记得复习，下次见！
Class, remember to review after school, see you next time!
Standard teacher-student closing.
别难过，下次见我会赢更多！
Don't be sad, see you next time and I'll win even more!
Using the phrase to playfully taunt a friend.
天气不错，我有事先进去了，下次见！
The weather is nice, I have to go in now, see you next time!
Polite way to end small talk.
Ponte a prueba
Choose the correct word to complete the phrase 'See you next time'.
___ 次见！
The word '下' (xià) means 'next' in this context, while '上' means 'last' and '这' means 'this'.
If you want to say 'See you tomorrow', which word replaces '下次'?
___ 见！
'明天' (míngtiān) means tomorrow. '昨天' is yesterday and '去年' is last year.
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Ayudas visuales
Goodbye Formality Spectrum
Used with close friends or kids.
拜拜 (Bye-bye)
Perfect for almost any situation.
下次见 (See you next time)
Standard, slightly more distant.
再见 (Goodbye)
Where to use 下次见
After a Date
Hope to see you again!
At the Gym
Leaving your trainer.
Video Call
Hanging up with a client.
Restaurant
Saying bye to the owner.
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNot at all! It is neutral-polite. Unless your boss is extremely traditional, 下次见 is a friendly way to leave the office.
再见 is the standard 'Goodbye' you learn in textbooks. 下次见 is more specific about seeing each other again and feels more conversational.
Yes, it is a very common way to sign off a casual or semi-formal email. You can write 下次见，[Your Name].
You can say 一会儿见 (yīhuǐ'er jiàn) if it's in a few minutes, or 回头见 (huítóu jiàn) for 'see you later today'.
Yes, especially if you are a regular! It signals that you like the place and plan to come back.
In that case, stick to a simple 再见. 下次见 might give them the wrong idea that you want to hang out again!
Younger people might say 闪了 (shǎn le), which means 'I'm bolting/leaving,' but 下次见 is the standard friendly version.
Yes, it works perfectly for ending a phone call with someone you talk to regularly.
Yes, 次 (cì) is a measure word for occurrences. 下次 literally means 'the next occurrence' or 'next time'.
Yes, it is universally understood and used across all Mandarin-speaking regions, including Taiwan and Singapore.
Frases relacionadas
再见
Goodbye (Standard)
明天见
See you tomorrow
回头见
See you later / See you around
一会儿见
See you in a bit
保重
Take care
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