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Have a good day. vs Have a good one.

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English to wish someone well. They are interchangeable and can be used in informal settings to bid someone farewell.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 1128 views

Have a good day.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to wish someone well at the start of the day or when parting ways.

It is a common way to wish someone a pleasant day ahead. It is used in both formal and informal settings.

Examples:

  • Before leaving for work, she said, 'Have a good day.'
  • The teacher ended the class by saying, 'Have a good day, everyone.'
  • He texted his friend, 'Have a good day at work.'

Alternatives:

  • Wishing you a great day.
  • Hope you have a wonderful day.
  • Have a nice day.
  • Enjoy your day.
  • May your day be filled with joy.

Have a good one.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to wish someone well in a casual or informal manner.

It is a friendly way to bid someone farewell or wish them a good time. It is often used in spoken language.

Examples:

  • As they parted ways, he said, 'Have a good one.'
  • She waved goodbye and called out, 'Have a good one!'
  • Before hanging up the phone, he said, 'Have a good one.'
  • Now y'all have a good one.
  • - All right, have a good one.
  • Well, you have a good one.
  • Someone who didn't have a good one.
  • Now we have a good one.
  • - I said, have a good one.
  • If you came for an explanation, I don't have a good one.
  • Okay, have a good one.
  • Better keep your left up, or you won't have a good one.
  • Okay, I have a good one.
  • Because it's too soon and too sad and I really don't have a good one.
  • And he could have been a good one.
  • And you're lucky to have such a good one.
  • I think your suggestion of running away this Saturday might have been a good one.
  • You have yourself a good one.
  • It will not have a good one sight.
  • I have a good one too.
  • The report they have produced is a good one.
  • I do have a good one, Clara.
  • Right, well, have a good one, guys.

Alternatives:

  • Take care.
  • Have a great time.
  • Enjoy yourself.
  • All the best.
  • Catch you later.

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