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How to Say "Good evening" in Catalan

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

The most natural way to say "Good evening" 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 nit
used when saying goodbye in the evening

When to use it

You can use 'Bona tarda' when you greet someone in the late afternoon or early evening. It is a polite and friendly way to acknowledge someone. It is suitable for both formal and informal situations.

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Examples in Catalan

CatalanEnglish
Bona tarda, com est脿s?Good evening, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Bona tarda' with 'Bona nit', using the latter too early in the evening.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I stop using 'Bona tarda'?

You should switch to 'Bona nit' after it gets dark.

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