What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hasta
Example
Hasta la vista, baby! [hasta: preposition]
Example
I'll wait for you hasta las cinco. [hasta: adverb]
adios
Example
Adios, my friend. [adios: interjection]
Example
It's time to say adios to this chapter of my life. [adios: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hasta is more commonly used in everyday language, especially in casual or friendly settings. Adios is less common and is usually reserved for more formal or serious situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hasta and adios?
Hasta is considered more informal and casual, while adios is more formal and serious. Therefore, adios is more appropriate for formal occasions or when saying goodbye to someone for a longer period of time, while hasta is more suitable for casual or friendly settings.
