How to Say ‘Well, see you.’ in Japanese
じゃあ、また。
jaa mata
[jaa mata]
🇯🇵 In Japan: This is a casual goodbye for friends, classmates, or coworkers you'll see again. With a boss or customer, you'd use 失礼します "excuse me (for leaving)" instead.
Phrase Breakdown
じゃあ
jaa
[jaa]
well then
A casual transition word used to move to the next point or decision in conversation.
じゃあ、あのコンビニの前で止まってください。
Well then, please stop in front of that convenience store.
また
mata
[mata]
again; also; another time
Used when referring to doing something another time, meeting again, or adding another point.
また会社説明会でお会いしたいです。
I would like to see you again at the company information session.
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