night-night

Toddler's bedtime goodbye

Night-night is a childish or affectionate way of saying good night, typically used when putting children to bed or between intimate partners: Night-night, sleep tight.

The reduplication mimics baby talk and adds warmth.

Also spelled nighty-night.

bedtime

sleepy

Wanting to doze

blanket · pillow · lullaby · cuddle · yawn · drowsy · cozy · snuggle · teddy bear · story time

childspeak

bye-bye

Casual parting expression

blankie · mommy · daddy · toddler · nursery · crib · rocking · soothing · gentle · whisper

Categories
Opposites
greeting vs. farewell

night-nightrise and shine

Cheerful wake-up call

good morning · hello · hi · morning · hey there

register/formality

night-nightgoodnight

Evening parting word

good night · good evening · pleasant dreams · sleep well · farewell

waking vs. sleeping transition

night-nightrise and shine

Cheerful wake-up call

good morning · up and at 'em · wake up · morning · top of the morning

Family

night, nights, nightly, nighttime, nightfall, nightgown, nightmare, nightmares, nightmarish

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G