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    How to say "good night" in Russian

    Спокойной ночи
    Spokoynoy nochi

    When to use it

    Literally 'of calm night'. Said only when going to sleep — not as a farewell.

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    How do you say "good night" in Russian?

    "good night" in Russian is Спокойной ночи, pronounced Spokoynoy nochi.

    How do you pronounce Спокойной ночи?

    Spokoynoy nochi. Use the Listen button above to hear it.

    Is Спокойной ночи formal or informal?

    Literally 'of calm night'. Said only when going to sleep — not as a farewell.

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