How to say “Good night” in Dutch
The most common way to say “good night” in Dutch. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Goedenacht
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Dutch
Goedenacht, Hoe gaat het?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Dutch?
"Good night" in Dutch is "Goedenacht". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Goedenacht" written in Dutch?
"Goedenacht" is the standard written form in Dutch, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Goedenacht" in Dutch?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Goedenacht" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Goedenacht" mean in English?
"Goedenacht" is the Dutch way of saying "Good night" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Good night" in Dutch?
Many languages — including Dutch — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Goedenacht" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Dutch spoken?
Dutch is spoken by an estimated 25 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Dutch dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Dutch dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Goedenacht" or any other Dutch text.