Until we meet again

Use Until we meet again when you're leaving someone. You are confident you'll see them again. It works well after a pleasant conversation. It's great for concluding a meeting or event. You can use it in person or in writing. It's a versatile closing remark. Imagine leaving a party and saying it to the host. Or ending a video call with a colleague.

This phrase sits in a sweet spot. It's not overly casual like Later! It's also not stiffly formal like It has been a pleasure to make your acquaintance. It leans towards the more formal end of neutral. Think of it as 'smart casual' for goodbyes. It fits professional settings nicely. It also works for friendly but respectful goodbyes. It's generally safe to use. It rarely feels out of place. But avoid it if you're being super silly.

• A teacher says it to students at the end of class. "Alright class, that's all for today! Until we meet again!"
• You might say it to a client after a successful project meeting. "Thank you for your time. Until we meet again."
• A character in a period drama might say it. "Farewell for now, my dear. Until we meet again."
• It could be the closing line of a podcast episode. "That's it for this week's show. Until we meet again!"
• You could use it in a farewell email to colleagues. "It's been a pleasure working with you all. Until we meet again."

Use Until we meet again when you have a planned or highly probable future encounter. This could be the next day, next week, or even next month. It's perfect for concluding meetings, events, or even a friendly chat. It's especially fitting when you've had a positive interaction. Think of saying goodbye to a favorite barista or a regular client. It adds a touch of class to your departure. It's also great for formal farewells where a lasting connection is implied. It’s a lovely way to end a chapter, knowing another will begin.

Avoid Until we meet again if you have no idea when or if you'll see the person again. It can sound awkward or even insincere in such cases. Don't use it if the goodbye is permanent, like after a breakup or someone moving away forever. It’s also too formal for very casual, quick goodbyes with close friends. Saying it after a huge argument might feel sarcastic. It's not meant for situations where the relationship is ending. A simple Goodbye or Take care is better then. Don't use it if you secretly hope you *never* meet again!

• ✗ See you soon again → ✓ See you soon or Until we meet again (Redundant)
• ✗ Until we will meet again → ✓ Until we meet again (Double future tense)
• ✗ Until next time! → ✓ Until next time (If you mean the phrase, but it's a different expression)
• ✗ Bye, until we meet again! → ✓ Until we meet again (Often used alone, adding 'Bye' can be redundant)
• ✗ Until we meet again, maybe. → ✓ Until we meet again. (The 'maybe' weakens the hopeful tone)

• Until next time: Very common, slightly more casual. Good for recurring meetings.
• See you soon: More informal and immediate. Implies a shorter timeframe.
• Farewell: More dramatic and final-sounding, often used for longer separations. Think 'Goodbye, old friend.'
• Until we see each other again: Similar meaning, a bit wordier.
• Catch you later: Very casual, slangy. Used among friends.
• Later alligator: Super casual, often used with kids or in a playful way.

• Is it formal or informal?

It's generally neutral to slightly formal. It's polite and respectful.

• Can I use it in a text message?

Yes, but it might sound a bit old-fashioned depending on your friend.

• Does it sound old-fashioned?

It can, but in a charming, classic way. It's not slang.

• When is the best time to use it?

At the end of a positive interaction, when you expect to see them again.