What does farewell mean?

An act of saying goodbye, especially before a long separation. Used to say goodbye in a formal or emotional way. Held or given to mark someone's departure.

How is farewell pronounced?

UK /ˌfeəˈwel/, US /ˌferˈwel/.

farewell

/ˌfeəˈwel/ · /ˌferˈwel/

CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #3865 in the learning path

告别；辞别

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Definitions

n. An act of saying goodbye, especially before a long separation.

告别；辞别

int. Used to say goodbye in a formal or emotional way.

再见；珍重

adj. Held or given to mark someone's departure.

告别的；送别的

Example

We gathered at the station for a final farewell.

我们聚在车站，作最后的告别。

A farewell ceremony can help graduating students reflect on their achievements and prepare for future challenges.

告别仪式可以帮助毕业生回顾自己的成就，并为未来的挑战做好准备。

Collocations

a farewell party
bid someone farewell
a fond farewell

Synonyms

goodbye

Antonyms

welcome

Usage tip

比goodbye正式，常用于长久分别或郑重告别。

FAQ

What does farewell mean?: An act of saying goodbye, especially before a long separation. Used to say goodbye in a formal or emotional way. Held or given to mark someone's departure.
How is farewell pronounced?: UK /ˌfeəˈwel/, US /ˌferˈwel/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.