Meaning
Standard formal farewell.
Cultural Background
Dutch people appreciate efficiency. Tot ziens is short and gets the job done. In Flanders, 'Tot ziens' is used exactly the same way as in the Netherlands. Even in modern offices, 'Tot ziens' is preferred over casual slang.
Keep it simple
Don't overthink it. Just say 'Tot ziens' and smile.
Avoid with friends
If you say this to a friend, they will think you are joking or being sarcastic.
Meaning
Standard formal farewell.
Keep it simple
Don't overthink it. Just say 'Tot ziens' and smile.
Avoid with friends
If you say this to a friend, they will think you are joking or being sarcastic.
Test Yourself
Which is the best way to say goodbye to a stranger in a shop?
You are leaving a store. What do you say?
Tot ziens is the standard, polite choice for strangers.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesYou are leaving a store. What do you say?
Tot ziens is the standard, polite choice for strangers.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is very common for professional calls.
It is neutral. It works in formal and semi-formal settings.
Related Phrases
Tot morgen
builds onUntil tomorrow
Tot straks
builds onUntil later today
Doei
contrastBye
