Na shledanou.

When to use

Use `Na shledanou` as a standard, polite goodbye in most situations, particularly when you expect to meet the person again. It is appropriate for both formal and informal contexts, though it is the default for formal goodbyes.

How it works

The phrase is a fixed expression literally meaning 'to the seeing again'. It combines a preposition with a noun derived from the verb 'shledat se' (to meet again).

• Na: "to" / "for" (preposition)
• shledanou: "the seeing again" (accusative form of a noun derived from "shledat se")

Formality

`Na shledanou` is the standard, polite, and generally formal goodbye in Czech. It is the correct choice when addressing multiple people or someone you use the formal `vy` with. For very informal situations with close friends, `Ahoj` is more common, but `Na shledanou` is always safe and respectful.

Prepositional case

The preposition `na` often takes the accusative case when indicating direction, purpose, or a future event, as it does here with `shledanou`. This structure is common in Czech for expressing future actions or goals.

Notes

This is the most common and polite way to say goodbye in Czech, suitable for most situations.