‘暂别’ is a verb meaning ‘to part temporarily’—a polite, literary way to express a short-term separation, often implying intention to reunite. The first character 暂 (zàn) means ‘for the time being’ or ‘temporarily’, while 别 (bié) means ‘to part’ or ‘to separate’. Together, they form a compact, elegant expression commonly used in farewells, letters, speeches, or social media posts when someone is leaving for a brief period—such as traveling, studying abroad, or taking a leave of absence.

This term carries emotional warmth and respect; it softens the finality of ‘goodbye’ and emphasizes continuity and hope for reunion. It’s more formal and refined than everyday phrases like ‘再见’ (zàijiàn), and frequently appears in written contexts or thoughtful spoken farewells—especially among friends, colleagues, or family members who value sincerity and grace in parting.