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How to Say "Good afternoon" in Catalan

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bona tarda
"Good afternoon" in Catalan 路 say it like boh-nah tar-dah

The most natural way to say "Good afternoon" in Catalan is Bona tarda. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Bona tarda a tothom
Used to greet a group of people.
Bona tarda, senyor/a
A more formal greeting, addressing someone respectfully.

When to use it

You can use 'Bona tarda' in the afternoon when greeting someone. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. It is a polite way to acknowledge someone's presence during the afternoon hours.

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Examples in Catalan

CatalanEnglish
Bona tarda, com est脿s?Good afternoon, how are you?
Bona tarda a tothom, gr脿cies per venir.Good afternoon everyone, thank you for coming.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Bona tarda' with 'Bona nit', which means 'Good night'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I stop using 'Bona tarda'?

You should stop using it when it gets close to evening, typically after 8 PM.

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