A1 Expression 중립

Visu labu!

All the best!

Phrase in 30 Seconds

The most versatile way to say goodbye in Latvian, literally wishing someone 'all good' as you depart.

  • Means: 'All the best' or 'Goodbye' (literally 'All good').
  • Used in: Shops, offices, phone calls, and formal meetings.
  • Don't confuse: With 'Labrīt' (Good morning) which is a greeting, not a parting.
Hand wave 👋 + Positive vibes ✨ = A perfect exit

Explanation at your level:

This is a basic phrase you use when leaving. It means 'Goodbye' or 'All the best'. You say it in shops or when hanging up the phone. It is very common and easy to remember because both words end in 'u'.
At this level, you should recognize that 'Visu labu!' is a neutral parting. It is more formal than 'Atā' but less formal than 'Uz redzēšanos'. It is used as a direct object in the accusative case, implying the verb 'to wish'.
Intermediate learners should use 'Visu labu!' to navigate professional and social settings smoothly. It is particularly useful in emails as a closing. You can also combine it with other wishes like 'Visu labu, lai jums jauka diena!' (All the best, have a nice day!).
Upper-intermediate learners should note the pragmatic function of 'Visu labu!' as a conversation terminator. It signals that the interaction is over without being rude. It is also important to distinguish it from 'Visu gaišu!', which carries a more traditional, slightly warmer connotation.
Advanced analysis reveals 'Visu labu!' as a fossilized accusative construction. Its usage in formal correspondence requires an understanding of Latvian epistolary traditions, where it often appears in the genitive-led participial phrase 'novēlot visu labu'. It serves as a linguistic marker of the 'polite distance' characteristic of Baltic social dynamics.
At a near-native level, one masters the prosody of 'Visu labu!'. The intonation typically falls on the second syllable of 'visu' and the first of 'labu' in standard speech, but can be modulated to express finality, haste, or deep sincerity. It represents the successful integration of grammatical ellipsis and pragmatic competence in Latvian sociolinguistics.

뜻

A common parting wish.

🌍

문화적 배경

Latvians are known for being reserved. A quick 'Visu labu!' is often preferred over long goodbyes. It respects the other person's time and space. In business, 'Visu labu!' is the standard way to end a meeting. It signals that the business is concluded and you are leaving on good terms. On social media and in emails, 'Visu labu' is the most common professional sign-off, similar to 'Best regards' in English. In the countryside, you might hear 'Visu gaišu!' more often. It has a slightly more traditional, warm feel than the urban 'Visu labu!'.

💡

The 'U' Rule

If you are wishing someone something in Latvian, the words almost always end in 'u'. Visu labu, Labu apetīti, Laimīgu ceļu!

⚠️

Not a Greeting

Never say 'Visu labu!' when you walk into a room. It will sound like you are immediately leaving!

뜻

A common parting wish.

💡

The 'U' Rule

If you are wishing someone something in Latvian, the words almost always end in 'u'. Visu labu, Labu apetīti, Laimīgu ceļu!

⚠️

Not a Greeting

Never say 'Visu labu!' when you walk into a room. It will sound like you are immediately leaving!

🎯

The Email Trick

If you don't know how to sign off a Latvian email, 'Visu labu,' followed by your name is always a safe bet.

💬

The Wave

Latvians often give a small, single hand wave when saying 'Visu labu!' in person.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing letters to complete the standard Latvian goodbye.

Vis_ lab_!

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: u, u

Both 'Visu' and 'labu' end in 'u' because they are in the accusative case.

Match the situation to the most appropriate phrase.

You are leaving a formal meeting with a lawyer.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Visu labu!

'Visu labu!' is the most appropriate neutral/formal parting for a professional setting.

Which of these is NOT a parting phrase?

Select the odd one out:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Labvakar!

'Labvakar!' means 'Good evening' and is a greeting, not a parting.

Complete the dialogue between a customer and a shopkeeper.

Pārdevējs: 'Lūdzu, jūsu pirkums.' Pircējs: 'Paldies, ________!'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Visu labu

It is polite to say 'Visu labu!' when leaving a shop.

Match the Latvian phrase with its English equivalent.

1. Visu labu! 2. Atā! 3. Uz redzēšanos!

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: 1-B, 2-A, 3-C

These are the three main ways to say goodbye in Latvian, ranging from informal to formal.

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시각 학습 자료

Latvian Goodbyes by Formality

😊

Informal

  • • Atā!
  • • Čau!
  • • Davai!
😐

Neutral

  • • Visu labu!
  • • Visu gaišu!
👔

Formal

  • • Uz redzēšanos!
  • • Ar cieņu...

자주 묻는 질문

14 질문

It is neutral. You can use it with anyone from a shopkeeper to a business partner.

Yes, it is a very common and professional way to end an email.

It literally means 'All good'.

Because it is in the accusative case, acting as the object of the implied verb 'to wish'.

You can, but 'Atā' or 'Čau' is more common among close friends.

Similar, but 'Uz redzēšanos' literally means 'Until we see each other again'.

Simply repeat it back: 'Paldies, visu labu!'

Yes, it is universal across all regions of Latvia.

No, 'labas' is plural or feminine nominative. You must use the singular masculine accusative 'labu'.

Yes, it is perfect for the end of an interview.

Not at all. It is used by all ages every day.

Yes, it works at any time of day.

Not really for this specific phrase, but 'Davai, čau' is a common slang parting.

Like the English 'v' in 'video'.

관련 표현

🔗

Visu gaišu!

similar

All bright!

🔄

Atā!

synonym

Bye!

🔄

Uz redzēšanos!

synonym

Until we see each other again!

🔗

Lai veicas!

builds on

Good luck!

🔗

Labu apetīti!

specialized form

Bon appétit!

🔗

Laimīgu ceļu!

specialized form

Have a safe trip!

어디서 쓸까?

🛒

Leaving a Grocery Store

Kasiere: Lūdzu, jūsu čeks.

Tu: Paldies, visu labu!

neutral
📞

Ending a Phone Call with a Doctor

Ārsts: Tiekamies nākamnedēļ.

Tu: Sapratu. Paldies, visu labu!

formal
💼

Leaving the Office

Kolega: Iesim mājās?

Tu: Jā, visu labu, rīt sazvanīsimies!

neutral
🍕

Hanging up on a Food Delivery App Support

Atbalsts: Vai varu vēl kā palīdzēt?

Tu: Nē, tas arī viss. Visu labu!

neutral
🤝

Leaving a Job Interview

Intervētājs: Mēs jums paziņosim rezultātus.

Tu: Paldies par veltīto laiku. Visu labu!

formal
☕

Ending a First Date

Partneris: Bija jauki tevi satikt.

Tu: Tev arī. Visu labu!

neutral
🚕

Leaving a Taxi/Bolt

Vadītājs: Esam klāt.

Tu: Paldies, visu labu!

neutral
💻

Ending a Zoom Meeting

Vadītājs: Paldies visiem par dalību.

Tu: Paldies, visu labu! (waves at camera)

neutral

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of a 'Visa' card buying 'Lab' (laboratory) equipment. You use your Visa to buy Lab stuff before you leave!

Visual Association

Imagine a giant golden sun setting over the Baltic Sea. As the sun disappears, it leaves behind a glowing sign that says 'VISU LABU' in the sky, wishing the world a good night.

Rhyme

Visu labu, dodos uz dabu! (All the best, I'm heading to nature!)

Story

You are in a small Latvian bakery. You buy a delicious 'pīrāgs'. As you walk out the door, the baker smiles and says 'Visu labu!'. You realize that 'Visu' sounds like 'Issue' and 'Labu' sounds like 'Lobby'. You have no more 'issues' in the 'lobby' because you are leaving happy.

Word Web

visslabslabdienlabvakarlabu apetītilabu ceļuvislabākais

챌린지

Next time you finish a transaction (even online), say 'Visu labu!' out loud to yourself to build muscle memory.

In Other Languages

Spanish moderate

¡Que te vaya bien!

Spanish uses a verb (vaya), Latvian uses only nouns/adjectives.

French high

Tout le meilleur

French usually prefers 'Au revoir' for neutral settings.

German high

Alles Gute!

German 'Alles Gute' is often used for birthdays, whereas 'Visu labu' is more for general partings.

Japanese moderate

お元気で (O-genki de)

O-genki de is usually for longer absences; Visu labu is for any duration.

Arabic partial

مع السلامة (Ma'a salama)

Arabic focuses on the state of peace during the journey.

Chinese low

慢走 (Mànzǒu)

Latvian is an abstract wish; Chinese is a practical instruction.

Korean partial

안녕히 계세요 (Annyeonghi gyeseyo)

Latvian 'Visu labu' is the same whether you stay or leave.

Portuguese high

Tudo de bom!

Portuguese often uses it as an addition to 'Tchau', while Latvian uses it as a standalone.

Easily Confused

Visu labu! 대 Labrīt!

Both start with a 'Lab-' sound and are polite.

Remember: 'Labrīt' is for the morning (Rīts), 'Visu labu' is for leaving.

Visu labu! 대 Viss kārtībā

Both start with 'Vis-'.

'Viss kārtībā' means 'Everything is okay/fine'. It's a response to 'How are you?' or an apology.

자주 묻는 질문 (14)

It is neutral. You can use it with anyone from a shopkeeper to a business partner.

Yes, it is a very common and professional way to end an email.

It literally means 'All good'.

Because it is in the accusative case, acting as the object of the implied verb 'to wish'.

You can, but 'Atā' or 'Čau' is more common among close friends.

Similar, but 'Uz redzēšanos' literally means 'Until we see each other again'.

Simply repeat it back: 'Paldies, visu labu!'

Yes, it is universal across all regions of Latvia.

No, 'labas' is plural or feminine nominative. You must use the singular masculine accusative 'labu'.

Yes, it is perfect for the end of an interview.

Not at all. It is used by all ages every day.

Yes, it works at any time of day.

Not really for this specific phrase, but 'Davai, čau' is a common slang parting.

Like the English 'v' in 'video'.

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