Synonyms

au revoir

American

[oh ruh-vwar, oh ruh-vwahr] / oʊ rəˈvwar, ˌoʊ rəˈvwɑr /

interjection

French.

until we see each other again; goodbye for the present.

au revoir British

/ o rəvwar /

goodbye

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Etymology

Origin of au revoir

literally: to the seeing again

Example Sentences

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It’s understandable why folks around here would want to see him say au revoir to this force of nature.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2022

“The message from the French now is clear: no government, no reform, then au revoir, merci,” said a senior political source familiar with the talks.

From Reuters • Nov. 17, 2020

I hope this is au revoir, not adieu.

From New York Times • Nov. 14, 2020

Au revoir, the whole crowd of you, au revoir!

From The New Yorker • Oct. 1, 2018

“So, au revoir, Mr. Ollivander,” said Fleur, kissing him on both cheeks.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

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