दोबारा आऊँगा

Use it at the end of a conversation or visit. It usually follows a 'thank you.' For example, after a great meal, say Dhanyavad, dobara aunga. It’s very flexible. You can use it with friends, family, or even strangers. Just remember to match the ending to your gender. Men say aunga and women say aungi. If you’re with a group, say aenge for 'we will come.'

Use it when you genuinely liked an experience. It’s perfect for your favorite street food stall. Use it when leaving a friend's house after a long chat. It works well in a shop where the service was excellent. It’s also a great way to end a first date if it went well. It signals interest without being too intense. It’s the ultimate 'see you later' with a positive twist.

Don't use it if you’re actually unhappy. If a waiter was rude, saying this sounds sarcastic. Avoid it in very high-stakes formal business exits. In those cases, a formal 'It was a pleasure' is better. Don't use it if you are never coming back to that city. It might create an awkward expectation. Also, don't use it for a doctor's visit—unless you really love getting shots!

In India, hospitality is a huge deal. We have a saying: 'Atithi Devo Bhava' (The guest is God). When you say dobara aunga, you are honoring the host. It’s a way of saying their 'God-like' hospitality worked. It’s deeply rooted in the social fabric of building long-term relationships. Even in busy cities, people value repeat connections over one-time transactions.

If you want to be more polite, add zaroor (definitely). Zaroor dobara aunga sounds very sincere. To make it a question, just change your tone: Dobara aun? (Should I come again?). For a more formal touch, use phir se instead of dobara. Both mean 'again,' but phir se feels a bit more classic. If you're texting, just dobara aunga! with a smiley works wonders.