Korean Dictionary
How to say "Goodbye (when you stay)" in Korean
“Goodbye (when you stay)” in Korean is 안녕히 가세요 (pronounced "Annyeonghi gaseyo").
안녕히 가세요
Annyeonghi gaseyo
Usage & Context
Said by the person who stays behind to the person who is leaving. It literally means 'please go in peace'. The counterpart is 안녕히 계세요 (said by the person leaving to those who stay). This distinction is important in Korean etiquette.
Example Sentence
오늘 와 주셔서 감사합니다. 안녕히 가세요!
Thank you for coming today. Goodbye!
How to use 안녕히 가세요 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Goodbye (when you stay)” is 안녕히 가세요, romanized as Annyeonghi gaseyo.
Usage tip
Check the politeness level before using this word. Korean greetings often change depending on age, relationship, and setting.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 안녕히 가세요.
Pronunciation Guide
안녕히 (Annyeonghi): "An" is like "ahn" in "father". "Nyeong" is like "nyung" in "young" but with an 'n' sound at the beginning. "Hi" is like "hee" in "heel". 가세요 (gaseyo): "Ga" is like "gah" in "garden". "Se" is like "seh" in "set". "Yo" is like "yo" in "yogurt".
Formal & Casual Forms
Casual (반말)
잘 가
Jal ga
A common casual way to say 'go well' to someone leaving. While '안녕히 가' is grammatically possible, '잘 가' is more natural and frequently used.
More Example Sentences
Host saying goodbye to a guest after a visit.
오늘 와 주셔서 감사합니다. 안녕히 가세요!
Thank you for coming today. Goodbye!
Seeing someone off who is driving away.
운전 조심하세요. 안녕히 가세요!
Please drive safely. Goodbye!
Ending a formal meeting or a first encounter.
만나서 반가웠어요. 안녕히 가세요!
It was nice meeting you. Goodbye!
Cultural Context
This phrase is a cornerstone of Korean etiquette. It's crucial to understand the distinction: "안녕히 가세요" is said by the person *staying* to the person *leaving*. Conversely, the person *leaving* says "안녕히 계세요" (Annyeonghi gyeseyo - Please stay in peace) to those who are staying. Using the wrong one can sound awkward or even rude. This distinction reflects the deep respect for the other person's journey or presence. In shops, you'll hear the staff say "안녕히 가세요" to customers.
Editorial note
We check greetings like 안녕히 가세요 for politeness and timing, since Korean greetings change with relationship, age, and setting.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
안녕히 가십시오.
Goodbye (very formal, honorific).
다음에 또 오세요.
Please come again next time (often said by shopkeepers).
조심히 가세요.
Go safely.
Related Expressions
안녕히 계세요
Annyeonghi gyeseyo
Goodbye (when you leave, said to those staying).
잘 가세요
Jal gaseyo
Go well (slightly less formal than 안녕히 가세요, but still polite).
다음에 뵙겠습니다
Daume boepgetseumnida
I will see you next time (formal farewell, implying future meeting).
조심히 가세요
Josimhi gaseyo
Go carefully/safely (often added to 안녕히 가세요, showing concern).
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