Meaning
A casual greeting or farewell used before sleeping or resting.
Cultural Background
It is common to say this to family members even if you are just going to your own room. In a shared house, it is polite to say this to everyone before retiring.
Use 'ne'
Adding 'ne' makes it sound much friendlier.
Meaning
A casual greeting or farewell used before sleeping or resting.
Use 'ne'
Adding 'ne' makes it sound much friendlier.
Test Yourself
Which is appropriate for a friend?
How do you say goodnight to a friend?
Oyasumi is the casual form suitable for friends.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesHow do you say goodnight to a friend?
Oyasumi is the casual form suitable for friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if you are actually going to sleep.
Related Phrases
おやすみなさい
specialized formPolite goodnight
また明日
similarSee you tomorrow
ゆっくり休んで
builds onRest well
