How to say “Good night” in Latin
The most common way to say “good night” in Latin. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
bona nox
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Latin
bona nox, ut vales?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Latin?
"Good night" in Latin is "bona nox". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "bona nox" written in Latin?
Latin uses the Latin alphabet (with macrons), an alphabet. "bona nox" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "bona nox" in Latin?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "bona nox" 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 "bona nox" mean in English?
"bona nox" is the Latin 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 Latin?
Many languages — including Latin — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "bona nox" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Latin spoken?
Latin is spoken by an estimated 20,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Latin dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Latin dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "bona nox" or any other Latin text.