శుభరాత్రి

Definition

Said before going to bed, literally auspicious night.

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Etymology

'శుభరాత్రి' (subharatri) is formed from Sanskrit 'శుభ' (subha), meaning 'auspicious' or 'good,' and 'రాత్రి' (ratri), meaning 'night.' This greeting conveys well wishes for the night.

How & Where It’s Used

Used informally and formally at night while parting ways or before bedtime. It can be used in spoken and written forms.

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