How to Say ‘Good night’ in German
Gute Nacht
GOO-teh NAHKHT
[GOO-teh NAHKHT]
💬 Usage Tip: Not just for saying goodbye, but for wishing someone a good sleep.
🇩🇪 In Germany: In Germany, it's often used among family or close friends.
Phrase Breakdown
Gute
[GOO-teh]
Good
Expression of positive intent or greeting.
Gute Nacht und süße Träume.
Good night and sweet dreams.
Nacht
[NAHKHT]
night
The period of darkness after sunset.
Die Nacht ist still.
The night is quiet.
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