See you later vs see you later then

Both 'see you later' and 'see you later then' are correct phrases used to say goodbye with the intention of meeting again in the near future. The addition of 'then' in the second phrase is optional and doesn't change the meaning significantly.

Last updated: February 26, 2025 • 1033 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used to say goodbye with the intention of meeting again in the near future.

"See you later"

This phrase is a casual and friendly way to bid farewell with the expectation of seeing the person again soon.

Examples:

I have to go now. See you later!
See you later, alligator!
Let's catch up soon. See you later!
See you later, then.
I'll see you later.

Show examples from the web [+]
Last updated: November 15, 2024

Jan 20, 2016 ... ... See you later, alligator. Bye bye bye, butterfly. ♫ This simple and fun goodbye song is the perfect way to end a lesson. Enjoy! PARENTS AND ...

Alternatives:

see you soon
see you in a bit
see you next time
until next time
take care

This phrase is correct and can be used to say goodbye with the implication of meeting again in the future. The addition of 'then' is optional and doesn't significantly alter the meaning.

"see you later then"

This phrase is a variation of 'see you later' that adds a bit of emphasis or a sense of timing to the farewell.

Examples:

I'll finish this and see you later then.
See you later then, have a great day!
Let's plan to meet up next week. See you later then.
See you later then, take care.
I'll see you later then.

Show examples from the web [+]

Okay, I'll see you later then.
Okay, see you later then.
See you later then.
I'll see you later then.
We'll probably see you later then, I guess.
I'll see you later then, at the ale house.
Okay, well, I'll see you later then.
I'll see you later then, all right?
Well, see you later then.
I'll see you later then.
Right see you later then.
Yes, see you later then.
Okay, I'll see you later then.
Okay, I'll see you later then.
I'll see you later then, Mr Briggs.
OK, I'll see you later then.
I'll see you later then.
See you later then.
See you later then.
See you later then babe.

Alternatives:

see you later
see you soon
see you in a bit
see you next time
until next time

Our Customers Love Us!

We have an average rating of 4.79 stars based on 283125 votes, and

4.9 Excellent - Reviews 2.137

"7 years without any disappointment. Always 100% satisfied. You guys are the best in the world at what you do. Thank you so much :)"

Zubair
from Bangladesh

"I wasn't aware of this service, it's fascinating and more reliable than standard IA tools available on the internet"

Arturo
from Mexico

"In a world of text messages and online communication, this is great to have as a live tool. Thank you."

Selena
from USA

"Wow, it's just so excellent. I never would have believed I could have a sure and excellent English companion. Thanks, TextRanch."

Ifiok
from Nigeria

"This is my first time using TextRanch, and I like how the editors take time to correct my text. To everyone who has never used TextRanch before, I highly recommend trying it."

Wilson
from France

"It is an amazing source of feedback because, as a non-native speaker, I really need to have a reliable helper correct my text."

Susan
from Germany