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Have a good day vs good day

Both "have a good day" and "good day" are correct phrases, but they are used in different contexts. "Have a good day" is a complete sentence used to wish someone well, while "good day" is a shortened version of the same sentiment, often used informally.

Last updated: March 29, 2024 • 1330 views

Have a good day

This is a complete sentence used to wish someone well.

This phrase is commonly used as a polite way to wish someone a pleasant day.

Examples:

  • I hope you have a good day.
  • Have a good day at work!
  • She always tells me to have a good day.
  • Have a good day at work, honey.
  • Have a good day, Dan.
  • Have a good day in court, Matthew.
  • Have a good day, handsome.
  • Have a good day, ladies.
  • Have a good day, Minister.
  • Have a good day at work, partner.
  • Have a good day yourself, Sir.
  • Have a good day and don't take anything from strangers.
  • Have a good day, both of you.
  • Have a good day, ma'am, and please do get your house cleaned up, or indeed you will be arrested by other officers.
  • Have a good day at school, sweetie, and I'll see you later.
  • Have a good day and happy birthday to #OhMyDollz!
  • Have a good day and stay tuned for more Oris News!
  • [Cathy] Have a good day at school.
  • Have a good day at work, okay?
  • Stay on the floor, and have a good day.
  • And you have a good day.
  • Mr Zylinski, have a good day.
  • You guys, have a good day.

Alternatives:

  • Wishing you a good day.
  • Hope you have a great day.
  • Enjoy your day.
  • May your day be wonderful.
  • Have a wonderful day.

good day

This is a shortened version of the complete phrase used informally.

This phrase is often used informally as a quick way to wish someone well.

Examples:

  • Good day, sir!
  • Good day to you!
  • I'm off now. Good day!
  • Today is not a good day.
  • You be having a good day, now.
  • Might be a good day to start drinking.
  • Today feels like a good day for halibut.
  • It was not a good day.
  • Yes, today was a good day.
  • Today not a good day to see boss-man.
  • Wednesday was always a good day for me.
  • I just want them to have one more good day.
  • I wish you both a good day.
  • I had a good day today.
  • Today is a good day, Carlos.
  • You gentlemen have yourselves a good day.
  • It's been a good day, Sophie.
  • My friend Francis there is not having a very good day.
  • Looks like a good day to fly.
  • And a good day to thee, sir.
  • Yesterday seemed like it would be a good day.
  • There's honor in a good day's work.
  • I think it will be a really good day.

Alternatives:

  • Have a good day
  • Wishing you a good day.
  • Hope you have a great day.
  • Enjoy your day.
  • May your day be wonderful.

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