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2. Leave-takings

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Standard
Kansai
おやすみ

おやす
   
おやすみなさい

おやすみさい

おやすみす (Used in Kyoto/Shiga, by older generation)
さようなら

よ うら、さいな
       
じゃ

じゃあね

な なあ
じゃ、また

じゃ、さようなら

さいな
バイバイ

バ イ バ〜イ
  


ビデオ 1

Let's watch how Kansai people say "Good bye" in the following situations!

Standard
Kansai
a. To neighbors /In general

b. To co-workers

c. To friends

d. To kids and close friends



What about the leave-takings at night or before going to bed?

Standard
Kansai
e. In general
f. To kids, family members and close friends 

ビデオ2

Here is a sample video clip of leave-taking: A Kansai woman was invited to a neighbor's for dinner, and she is about to leave.