Greek · Greetings & Phrases
αντίο
antío
Goodbye
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
A farewell; γεια σου is also used when leaving.
Example
Αντίο! Τα λέμε αύριο!
Goodbye! See you tomorrow!
Etymology
'Αντίο' (antío) derives from the ancient Greek 'ἀντίος' (antíos), meaning 'against' or 'opposite'. It has evolved into a common way to express goodbye.
How & Where It’s Used
'Αντίο' is applicable in both formal and informal situations and is used in spoken communication as a standard farewell.