How to Say "Goodbye" in Lao
The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Lao is ລາກ່ອນ. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
Use this phrase when you are leaving someone or ending a conversation. It is a polite way to say goodbye. You can use it in both formal and informal situations.
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Examples in Lao
| Lao | English |
|---|---|
| ສະບາຍດີແລ້ວລາກ່ອນ, ຂໍແອກສະບາຍແລ້ວ | Goodbye, take care. |
| ລາກ່ອນ, ຈົ່ງສົນທະນາກັນໃນຄັ້ງໜ້າ | Goodbye, let's talk again next time. |
The fastest way to remember it
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a more formal way to say goodbye?
Yes, you can say 'ສະບາຍດີແລ້ວລາກ່ອນ' for a more formal goodbye.
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