How to say “Good night” in French
The most common way to say “good night” in French. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Bonne nuit
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
French
Bonne nuit, Comment allez-vous ?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in French?
"Good night" in French is "Bonne nuit". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Bonne nuit" written in French?
"Bonne nuit" is the standard written form in French, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Bonne nuit" in French?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Bonne nuit" 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 "Bonne nuit" mean in English?
"Bonne nuit" is the French 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 French?
Many languages — including French — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Bonne nuit" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is French spoken?
French is spoken by an estimated 274 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free French dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free French dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Bonne nuit" or any other French text.