🇻🇳 Vietnamese phrases

How to Say "Goodbye" in Vietnamese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tạm biệt
"Goodbye" in Vietnamese · say it like tahm byet

The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Vietnamese is Tạm biệt. 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

Chào tạm biệt
A more formal way to say goodbye.
Hẹn gặp lại
Used when you expect to see the person again.

When to use it

You can use 'Tạm biệt' when you are leaving someone or ending a conversation. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when you want to express a polite farewell.

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Examples in Vietnamese

VietnameseEnglish
Tạm biệt, hẹn gặp lại vào tuần sau.Goodbye, see you again next week.
Tạm biệt các bạn, tôi phải về rồi.Goodbye everyone, I have to go now.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Tạm biệt' with 'Chào', which means 'Hello'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Tạm biệt'?

Use 'Tạm biệt' when you are parting ways with someone.

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