خداحافظ

Definition

The standard farewell — may God protect you.

Example

Etymology

'خداحافظ' (khodāhāfez) translates to 'God protect you', a compound of 'خدا' (God) and 'حافظ' (protector). It reflects cultural beliefs in divine protection.

How & Where It’s Used

'خداحافظ' is used in both formal and informal contexts as a farewell phrase, seen across various Persian-speaking regions.

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