Definition

Interjection: * A conventional German phrase used to say goodbye when parting from someone. It directly translates to "until we see each other again" and is equivalent to "goodbye" or "see you later" in English.

Usage

• Parting Salutation: Used at the end of a conversation or meeting to express farewell.
  • "It was lovely to see you. Auf Wiedersehen!"
  • He waved and called out, "Auf Wiedersehen," as the train departed.

Advanced Usage

• Formal Contexts: While common, "Auf Wiedersehen" is considered more formal than the casual "Tschüss" in German. In English contexts, it can be used to add a touch of formality, sophistication, or to explicitly reference German culture.
  • The ambassador concluded the meeting with a polite "Auf Wiedersehen."

Variants and Related Words

• Wiedersehen (noun): The act of seeing each other again; a reunion. "Auf Wiedersehen" is built from this noun.
• Tschüss (interjection): A common, informal German equivalent meaning "bye" or "see you."

Synonyms

• Goodbye
• Farewell
• See you later
• Adieu (French, similarly formal or old-fashioned in English)

Notes on Different Meanings

• This word functions exclusively as a parting salutation (interjection). It does not have meanings as a noun, verb, or adjective in standard English usage, even when it appears in an English sentence. Its use is always to bid farewell.

Noun

1. a farewell remark
   • they said their good-byes