Adieu

usgb/əˈduː/
noun

A way of saying goodbye.

With a wave and a shout of 'adieu', he left the room.
Visual representation of "adieu" - A way of saying goodbye.

Often appears as...

  • bid adieu
  • say adieu

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Formal, Approving

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Visual representation of "adieu"
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Parting Sentiment

Used when expecting not to see someone again for a long time or ever.

Illustration for Parting Sentiment
As she boarded the train, she called out 'adieu' to her family on the platform.
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Formal Tone

'Adieu' has a formal, poetic, or old-fashioned tone in English.

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They bade adieu with a formal handshake.
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Predominantly French

While it's used in English, it's originally French and can sound sophisticated.

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He whispered 'adieu' with a perfect French accent.
Visual representation of the word "Adieu"

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