Tot ziens
Example: We zeggen altijd tot ziens als we vertrekken.
Definition
"Tot ziens" is a Dutch expression used to say goodbye, meaning 'see you' or 'until we meet again.' It is commonly used when parting from someone, implying the expectation of meeting again in the future.
Etymology
The phrase "tot ziens" comes from Dutch, combining 'tot' meaning 'until' and 'ziens,' the gerund form of 'zien,' which means 'to see.' So it literally translates to 'until seeing,' reflecting the idea of seeing someone again. Did you know it's a friendly and polite way to say goodbye in Dutch-speaking countries?
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"Tot ziens" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A1) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used expressions.
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