“Sayonara” (さようなら), which can also be written as “sayounara” translates as “farewell“, “adieu“, “goodbye“, or “so long” (source). However, while the dictionary translation… See more

Japanese people say “sayonara” when they are breaking up with their partner or as a final goodbye to someone who is about to or has passed away. It is only used when you don’t e… See more

In Japanese “sayonara” (さようなら) is often considered a sad word because it implies that you will never see the other person again. It is not a casual goodbye but used as a fi… See more

“Sayonara” (さようなら) is a formal phrase that is used by elementary school students to politely say goodbye to their teacher. However, when used as a goodbye to friends or f… See more