Formal:
* 안녕히 계세요 (Annyeonghi Gyeseyo): This is the most formal way to say "goodbye" and is used when speaking to someone older than you or someone you respect. It literally means "Please stay well."
* 잘 가세요 (Jal Gaseyo): This is another formal way to say "goodbye," meaning "Go well."
Informal:
* 안녕 (Annyeong): This is the most common and versatile way to say "hello" and "goodbye" in informal situations.
* 잘 가 (Jal Ga): This is an informal way to say "goodbye," meaning "Go well."
* 빠이 (Ppai): This is a slang word for "bye" that's often used among friends.
* 잘 지내 (Jal Jinae): This means "Take care," and is an informal way to say goodbye.
* 또 봐 (Tto Bwa): This means "See you again," and is an informal way to say goodbye.
Adding Politeness:
You can add politeness to your goodbye by adding "요 (yo)" to the end of the sentence. For example:
* 안녕히 계세요 (Annyeonghi Gyeseyo) -> 안녕히 계세요요 (Annyeonghi Gyeseyoyo)
* 잘 가세요 (Jal Gaseyo) -> 잘 가세요요 (Jal Gaseyoyo)
Choosing the Right Goodbye:
* With family and close friends: Use informal greetings like 안녕 (Annyeong) or 잘 가 (Jal Ga).
* With colleagues or acquaintances: Use formal greetings like 안녕히 계세요 (Annyeonghi Gyeseyo) or 잘 가세요 (Jal Gaseyo).
* With elders or someone you respect: Use the most formal greeting 안녕히 계세요 (Annyeonghi Gyeseyo).
Important note: Koreans often use "goodbye" as a way to signal that they are leaving or that the conversation is coming to an end. They might say "goodbye" even if they are only leaving for a short time or if they will see you again soon.