Dutch · Greetings & Phrases
Dag
Goodbye
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
A common farewell in Dutch.
Example
Dag, tot ziens!
Goodbye, see you!
Etymology
'Dag' traces its origins to the Middle Dutch word 'dac', meaning 'day'. Historically, the term has been used as a farewell, much like 'good day' in English.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dag' is an informal farewell used throughout the Netherlands in everyday conversations. It is primarily spoken but can appear in written form in casual communication.