goodnight
Translation
goodnight
Examples
Goodnight, sleep well.
Goodnight, sleep well.
She kissed her son goodnight.
She kissed her son goodnight.
Grammar Patterns
((interjection)) used to say goodbye to someone at night. Goodnight, see you in the morning.
((a/the goodnight)) an act of saying goodnight. He gave her a quick goodnight.
Similar Words
Synonyms: night-night (informal); Antonyms: good morning
Etymology
A combination of 'good' and 'night'.
Memory Tips
Used before going to bed or when leaving someone at night. 'Good evening' is a greeting, while 'goodnight' is a farewell.