German for Kids
How to Say "Goodbye" in German
A friendly way to end a conversation or wave farewell to a new friend.
In German (Deutsch)
Auf Wiedersehen
Pronounced: owf VEE-der-zayn
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "Auf Wiedersehen" the next time you meet someone who speaks German.
- Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a German cartoon together.
- Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
- Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.
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