Japanese · Greetings & Phrases
またね
mata ne
See you later
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A casual farewell expression meaning "see you again." Used among friends and peers.
Example
じゃあ、またね！
Well then, see you later!
Etymology
'またね' (mata ne) literally means 'again, see' and indicates a casual intention to meet again. This phrase is deeply rooted in everyday conversational Japanese.
How & Where It’s Used
'またね' is an informal phrase used among friends or peers as a casual farewell. It is primarily spoken rather than written.