Language/Slovak/Vocabulary/How-to-say-Good-Bye

Slovak Vocabulary - How to say "Good Bye"

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In this lesson, you will learn how to say "Good Bye" in Slovak. We will look at different ways to say goodbye, depending on the situation. We will also look at some useful phrases and expressions related to saying goodbye.

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Words

Slovak	Pronunciation	English Translation
Ahoj	ah-hoy	Hi/Bye
Čau	chow	Bye
Zbohom	zboh-ohm	Goodbye
Dovidenia	doh-vee-deh-nyah	Goodbye
Maj sa	mahy sah	Take care
Užívaj si	oo-zhee-vahy shee	Have fun

"Goodbye" in Slovak

In Slovak, "goodbye" can be expressed in several ways, depending on the context and the relationship between the speakers. Here are some common ways to say goodbye in Slovak:

a) Zbohom (zboh-ohm): This phrase is a formal way to say "goodbye" in Slovak. It can be used with acquaintances, colleagues, and in professional situations.

b) Dovidenia (doh-vee-dehn-yah): This phrase means "until we see each other again" and is another formal way to say "goodbye" in Slovak. It can be used in both personal and professional contexts.

c) Ahoj (ahoy): This phrase is a casual and friendly way to say "goodbye" or "bye" in Slovak. It can be used with friends, family, and close acquaintances. Interestingly, "ahoj" can also be used as a greeting, meaning "hello."

Using "Goodbye" in Different Contexts

Now that we know some ways to say "goodbye" in Slovak, let's explore how to use them in various contexts:

a) When leaving a friend's house, you can say "ahoj" to bid them farewell in a casual and friendly manner.

b) If you are parting ways with a colleague at work or after a business meeting, you might choose to use the more formal "zbohom" or "dovidenia" to express your farewell.

c) When seeing someone off at the airport or bus station, you can say "dovidenia" to convey your wish to see them again.

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Sources

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