Formal:
* 一会儿 (yī huìr): This is the most common way to say "later" in a formal context. It literally means "a while later."
* 稍后 (shāo hòu): This is a more formal way to say "later," meaning "slightly later."
Informal:
* 待会儿 (dài huìr): This is a more casual way to say "later," meaning "a little later."
* 一会儿见 (yī huìr jiàn): This literally means "see you later."
* 再见 (zài jiàn): This means "goodbye" but can also be used as a casual way to say "later."
Specific time:
* You can also use specific time phrases to indicate when you will see someone again, such as "明天见 (míng tiān jiàn)" (see you tomorrow) or "晚上见 (wǎn shàng jiàn)" (see you tonight).
Choosing the right phrase:
The best way to choose the right phrase is to consider the formality of the situation and the relationship you have with the person you are talking to. "一会儿" and "稍后" are more appropriate in formal settings, while "待会儿" and "一会儿见" are more common in informal situations.
Example:
* "我们一会儿见 (wǒmen yī huìr jiàn)" (See you later) - informal
* "我稍后给你打电话 (wǒ shāo hòu gěi nǐ dǎ diàn huà)" (I'll call you later) - formal
* "你待会儿去哪里 (nǐ dài huìr qù nǎ li)" (Where are you going later) - informal