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How to Say "Talk to you later" in French
The standard French way to say 'talk to you later' when parting, suitable for most everyday situations.
À plus tard
ah ploo TARcasual
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Use this when you're leaving a friend, colleague, or acquaintance and expect to see or speak to them again soon. It's a common way to end a phone call or a casual in-person conversation.
Alternatives
- À tout à l'heureUse when you'll see the person again very soon, within the same day.
- À bientôtUse when you expect to see them again, but not necessarily very soon.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 's' in 'plus'
The 's' in 'plus' is silent here, so don't pronounce it.
Confusing 'plus' and 'peu'
'Plus' means 'more' or 'later,' while 'peu' means 'little'; 'À peu tard' is incorrect.
A small cultural note
While 'À plus tard' is very common, younger generations might also use the abbreviation 'A+' in texts or online, or even just 'A+' spoken quickly.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
What's the difference between 'À plus tard' and 'À tout à l'heure'?
'À tout à l'heure' implies you will see or speak to the person again very soon, typically within the same day. 'À plus tard' is more general and can mean later today, tomorrow, or even further in the future.
Can I use 'À plus tard' with strangers?
It's generally too casual for strangers or in very formal settings. For someone you've just met or in a professional context, 'Au revoir' is a safer and more appropriate choice.
How do I say 'talk to you later' on the phone?
'À plus tard' is perfectly suitable for ending phone calls with friends or colleagues you'd normally use 'tu' with. You can also say 'Bonne journée' or 'Bonne soirée' depending on the time of day.
