Arabic · Greetings & Phrases

تصبح على خير

Tusbih 'ala khayr

Good night

Beginnerphrase

Definition

Said before sleeping, wishing someone a good night.

Example

أنا ذاهب للنوم، تصبح على خير.

I am going to sleep, good night.

Etymology

'تصبح على خير' (Tusbih 'ala khayr) translates to 'wake up to goodness'. The phrase is a parting greeting meant to convey safety and well-being through the night.

How & Where It’s Used

It is commonly used in informal settings as a way to bid goodnight. The phrase is prevalent in spoken Arabic across various regions.

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