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How to Say ‘Good night’ in French

Bonne nuit

bohn nwee

[bohn nwee]

🇫🇷 In France: Bonne nuit is for when someone is going to bed or turning in for the night. If you are just leaving in the evening, bonsoir or au revoir is more natural.

Phrase Breakdown

Bonne

[bohn]

Good

Used to express good wishes before sleeping.

Example

Je lui ai souhaité bonne nuit.

I wished them good night.

nuit

[nwee]

night

The period from evening until morning.

Example

La nuit était paisible.

The night was peaceful.

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