The greeting joins good, a wish that things go well, with evening, the later part of the day.
The greeting joins good, a wish that things go well, with evening, the later part of the day.
What does good evening mean?
good evening is a polite greeting after daytime.
When is good evening used?
Said when greeting someone in the evening, including at the start of a visit or event.
How do people reply to good evening?
A matching good evening or hello is a natural reply.
Is good evening formal?
It sounds polite in ordinary conversation and at formal events.
How does good evening differ from good night?
Good evening greets someone when meeting. Good night says goodbye later.