🇮🇳 Kannada phrases

How to Say "Goodbye" in Kannada

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ವಿದಾಯ
"Goodbye" in Kannada · say it like vee-daa-ya

The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Kannada is ವಿದಾಯ. 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

ಬಾಯ್
a casual way to say goodbye among friends
ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ
a formal way to say goodbye, often used in respectful contexts

When to use it

Use 'ವಿದಾಯ' when you are parting ways with someone. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. You can use it when leaving a gathering or saying goodbye on the phone. For casual situations, you might prefer 'ಬಾಯ್'.

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Examples in Kannada

KannadaEnglish
ನೀವು ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿದ್ದೀರಾ, ವಿದಾಯ.I hope you are well, goodbye.
ನಾವು ಮತ್ತೆ ಭೇಟಿಯಾಗೋಣ, ವಿದಾಯ.Let's meet again, goodbye.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ವಿದಾಯ' with 'ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ', which is more of a greeting than a farewell.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ವಿದಾಯ, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Kannada with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'ವಿದಾಯ' used in both formal and informal situations?

Yes, 'ವಿದಾಯ' can be used in both contexts.

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