Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Brazilian Portuguese offers farewells for every register:
| Phrase | Pronunciation | Register / Nuance |
|---|---|---|
| Tchau | chow | Universal, informal, most common. From Italian ciao. |
| Até logo | ah-tchee loh-goo | "See you later." Casual, implies same day/soon. |
| Até mais | ah-tchee mah-ees | "See you later." Slightly more open-ended. |
| Adeus | ah-deh-oos | Formal, final, or dramatic. "To God." Rare in daily chat. |
| Valeu | vah-leh-oo | Very informal. "Thanks/bye." Among friends. |
| Fui | foo-ee | Slang. "I'm out." Abrupt departure. |
| Tchau tchau | chow chow | Cute, affectionate, often to kids or partners. |
Body language matters: kisses on the cheek (one in São Paulo, two in Rio) often accompany verbal goodbyes among friends.