The expression joins good, a wish of well-being, with night, the time of darkness and sleep.
Evening or bedtime farewell
social
neutral
Said when leaving someone in the evening or before that person goes to sleep.
Examples
- Good night, Dad. See you in the morning.
- The children said good night before going upstairs.
- We left the party and wished our friends good night.
- "Good night, everyone," she said as she turned off the light.
- He sent a short good night message before bed.
Similar words
sleep well
goodbye
night-night