How to Pronounce Good-by

To pronounce "good-by", say GOODBY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

GOODBY

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What does good-by mean?

noun

  1. An utterance of goodbye, the wishing of farewell to someone.

    “They made their good-byes.”

interjection

  1. Farewell; a formula used to another person or persons when the speaker, writer, or person addressed is departing.

Synonyms

cheeriocheerscheery-byetoodle pipadieufarewellTTFNbye

Related words

adieuadiosarrivedercibyebye-byecheeriogood-bye

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "good-by"?▾

"Good-by" has one syllable.

What does "good-by" mean?▾

Good-by: An utterance of goodbye, the wishing of farewell to someone.

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