arrivederci
IT
/arɾivedˈɛrtʃɪ/
/arɾivedˈɛrtʃɪ/
goodbye (until we meet again)
Definitions
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1
A polite way to say goodbye when leaving someone, used in most everyday and formal situations
“Ci vediamo domani, arrivederci e buona serata a tutti!”
See you tomorrow, goodbye and have a good evening everyone!
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2
Used to close a phone call or a formal letter/conversation
“La signora ha salutato con un rapido arrivederci al telefono.”
The lady said a quick goodbye on the phone.
Word forms
- Usage
- Invariable interjection; does not change form.
Literally means 'until we see each other again' (a + rivederci). Slightly more formal/neutral than the very casual 'ciao', and appropriate with strangers, shopkeepers, or in professional settings.