Significantly softer and a bit more infantile is bye-bye. In fact, it was originally used in nurseries to help lull children to sleep. First evidence of the term can be found around 1700–10. I… See more

Borrowed from Spanish, adiosis another way to say goodbye to our friends and family—even if it’s the only Spanish word some of us know. First evidence of the word appe… See more

If you want to get fancy, you may want to use farewell. It means not only goodbye, but that you hope they fare(“to go, travel, experience”) well. First evidence of the word dates … See more

When you’re parting with someone you plan to see again in the near future, you might say “see you later.” (“Alligator” is optional.) The phrase is also sometimes shortened … See more