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What is the Hindi word for goodbye?

The most common Hindi word for goodbye is "अलविदा" (alvida). It is a direct borrowing from the Arabic word "al-wadaʿ" and is used in both formal and informal situations.

Here are some other ways to say goodbye in Hindi, depending on the context:

Formal:

* विदा (vida): This means "farewell" and is a more formal way of saying goodbye.

* नमस्ते (namaste): While literally meaning "greetings," it can also be used as a way of saying goodbye.

Informal:

* चलो (chalo): This means "let's go" and is a common way of saying goodbye to friends and family.

* शुभ रात्रि (shubh ratri): This means "good night" and is used when leaving someone in the evening.

Other:

* जायें (jaye): This is a more literal translation of "go" and can be used as a way of saying goodbye.

The best way to choose the right word depends on the situation and your relationship with the person you are saying goodbye to.

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