interjection
bye
BYE/baɪ/
A casual way to say goodbye.
Bye, everyone! I will see you at practice tomorrow.
Etymology
Bye shortens good-bye, which began as a contraction of “God be with ye.” A parting blessing thus became an everyday farewell.
In context
subscribe to my channel and i'll see you soon bye for now
More examples
- She waved and said bye.
- Bye for now.
- Tell your brother bye for me.
Forms
bye
Similar words
- goodbye
- A fuller and sometimes less casual farewell.