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boas noites

[ˈbɔ.ɐz ˈnɔj.tɨz]
interjection/noun phrasefeminine
good evening / good night
1. A polite greeting used in the evening or at night, typically said when arriving or departing after sunset
Good evening, how are you?
Boas noites, como você está?
2. A farewell expression used when going to bed or leaving in the evening/night
Good night, sleep well!
Boas noites, durma bem!
Synonyms
boa noiteaté logotchau
Antonyms
bom diaboa tarde

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
boas noites
Standard greeting/farewell in the evening
Rio de Janeiro
boas noites
Commonly used with warm, friendly tone
São Paulo
boas noites
Standard usage, formal or informal contexts
Portugal
boas noites
Standard usage, slightly more formal than in Brazil

Related Idioms & Phrases

desejar boas noites
dar boas noites
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