How Do You Say Goodnight In Different Languages?
Being in a foreign place can sometimes create a sense of unease. Knowing something of the culture, the language, or the people ahead of time can cause the uneasiness to subside. Speaking another language can be quite impressive, however, it is also a way into the heart of the people with whom you interact from this “foreign” place. Knowing how to say simple phrases such as “good night” in different languages can be the beginning of a new relationship. Say “Good Night” in German. Pronounce the first word, “Guten” (which means “good”), like this–gooten. The next word is “Nacht” (which means “night”); the “t” is silent, it sounds like “knock,” and this is where it sounds like you have peanut butter in the back of your throat because the last “k” gives a soft, yet clearly articulated sound. Say “Good Night” in French. Depending on the situation you are in, there are two ways you can say “Good Night.” Use “Bonsoir,” which sounds like “boh-swahr,” only if you are departing company with some
