मतलब
A common greeting or farewell used in the evening or at night.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Spain, the transition to 'Buenas noches' happens very late, often not until after 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM, because the sun sets late and the workday often extends into the evening. It is very common to use 'Buenas noches' as a greeting when entering a small 'fonda' (local restaurant) even if you don't know the other diners. Argentines often use 'Buenas' as a very casual, shortened greeting at any time of night, especially in shops or with neighbors. In Colombia, you might hear 'Feliz noche' as a polite way to say goodbye, which is slightly more formal than just 'Buenas noches'.
The 'Buenas' Shortcut
If you're unsure if it's 'tardes' or 'noches', just say 'Buenas!' It works for both and sounds very natural.
Greet the Room
When entering a small shop or elevator at night, say 'Buenas noches' to everyone, not just one person.
मतलब
A common greeting or farewell used in the evening or at night.
The 'Buenas' Shortcut
If you're unsure if it's 'tardes' or 'noches', just say 'Buenas!' It works for both and sounds very natural.
Greet the Room
When entering a small shop or elevator at night, say 'Buenas noches' to everyone, not just one person.
Always Plural
Even if you are only wishing someone a good night for *tonight*, the phrase must stay plural.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct phrase to greet someone at 9:00 PM.
Llegas a una fiesta a las 21:00. ¿Qué dices?
At 9:00 PM (21:00), it is night, so 'Buenas noches' is the correct plural greeting.
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'bueno'.
______ noches, abuela. Hasta mañana.
'Noches' is feminine plural, so the adjective must be 'Buenas'.
Match the phrase to the correct time of day.
1. 08:00 | 2. 15:00 | 3. 22:00
Morning is 'días', afternoon is 'tardes', and night is 'noches'.
Complete the dialogue.
Juan: Me voy a la cama. María: ________, Juan.
When someone goes to bed, the appropriate farewell is 'Buenas noches'.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
When to say Buenas Noches
Arrival
- • Restaurant
- • Party
- • Meeting friends
Departure
- • Leaving a bar
- • Ending a call
- • Going to bed
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासLlegas a una fiesta a las 21:00. ¿Qué dices?
At 9:00 PM (21:00), it is night, so 'Buenas noches' is the correct plural greeting.
______ noches, abuela. Hasta mañana.
'Noches' is feminine plural, so the adjective must be 'Buenas'.
1. 08:00 | 2. 15:00 | 3. 22:00
Morning is 'días', afternoon is 'tardes', and night is 'noches'.
Juan: Me voy a la cama. María: ________, Juan.
When someone goes to bed, the appropriate farewell is 'Buenas noches'.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, if it is already dark outside. If the sun is still up, 'Buenas tardes' is better.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, a waiter, or your best friend.
It comes from an old blessing 'May God give you good nights' (plural), which became a fixed expression.
Both! It is used for greetings (hello) and farewells (goodbye).
'Buenas' is a casual, shortened version used only as a greeting, never as a farewell before bed.
It is always 'Buenas' because 'noche' is a feminine noun.
You can say 'Buenas noches, mi amor' or 'Que duermas con los angelitos'.
In all Spanish-speaking countries, though the time they start using it varies.
Yes, it's a common and polite way to say goodbye in many Latin American countries.
Simply reply with 'Buenas noches' or 'Igualmente' (Likewise).
संबंधित मुहावरे
Buenas tardes
similarGood afternoon
Buenos días
similarGood morning
Que descanses
builds onRest well
Hasta mañana
builds onSee you tomorrow
Buenas
specialized formHi / Hello
