Norwegian · Greetings & Phrases
Ha det
Goodbye
Beginnerphrase
Definition
The common way to say goodbye, short for ha det bra (have it good).
Example
Jeg må gå nå. Ha det!
I have to go now. Goodbye!
Etymology
'Ha det' translates to 'Have it' and is a combination of the verb 'ha' (to have) and 'det' (it), likely evolving from older farewells into a casual goodbye expression.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ha det' is an informal way to say goodbye, commonly used in spoken language among friends and acquaintances in various regions of Norway.