How to Say Goodnight to Your Girlfriend over Text

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When you want to send a goodnight text that makes your girlfriend smile, feel special, or really understand how much she means to you, it can be hard to know exactly what to say. The gesture in itself can be super meaningful, because it shows that even in the final minutes of the day, you're thinking about her. There are tons of ways to get flirty, make her laugh, or show her that you just really care about her. As long as you're being honest, she's bound to love it. For tips on how to text your girlfriend goodnight, read on.

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“I love you to the moon and back. Good night. 🌕😴”

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    When you’re both going to bed, reflecting on your day, and thinking about what’s most important in life, it’s the perfect time to make a romantic gesture to your girlfriend. She'll probably love a fairytale-caliber goodnight message, full of all of your sweetest thoughts and dreamiest feelings for her.
    • “I don’t want to go to sleep, because my dreams will never be as amazing as my reality. Getting to be with you is the best. Good night 😘.”
    • “I didn’t really know what love was until I met you. Thank you for being the brightest light in my life. Sleep tight 🤗.”
    • “Fingers crossed I dream about you tonight. Otherwise, waiting until the morning might be too hard…Sweet dreams, love! 🥰”
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“Sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite. 🐛”

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    If the two of you are constantly sending cute emojis, calling each other pet names, and just overall, keeping things super sweet, you can totally stick to that theme in your goodnight text.
    • “Good night, princess. Love you! 💕💕”
    • “Only 28,800 seconds to go until I get to talk to you again. Sweet dreams 😍.”
    • “Good night, Bub 😻. I love you more than ice cream🍦.”
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“I love you. Good night! 💗”

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    Whether the relationship is years old or in its first weeks, your girlfriend will definitely love hearing how much you care. By simply expressing your feelings and then wishing her a good night's rest, you'll make sure she never goes to bed wondering where you two stand.
    • “I want you to go to bed tonight knowing how much I care about you. Hope you have an amazing sleep 😴.”
    • “Hey, I really like you. I don’t want you to ever question that. Sweet dreams to my favorite girl! 😘”
    • “I love you more than anything. You’re my world. Good night, love! ❤️❤️”
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"I miss you. Good night :)"

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    When the two of you fall asleep at home, in your own beds, you might really start to wish she were around. It's totally possible that she feels the same way about you. By explaining that you miss her along with your goodnight text, you'll make her feel reassured and super special.
    • “I’m in bed, watching Netflix, drinking tea. This would be a perfect moment if I weren’t missing you so much rn. Sleep tight! 💕🤗”
    • “Every night that I’m not with you, I’m missing you. Tonight especially. Sleep well, love 😻.”
    • “I miss you more than I can say in words. Just wanted you to know that before you fell asleep 🥰. Good night!”
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“Man, I wish I was with you right now...Good night :)"

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    If you're missing each other, a goodnight text can be a great opportunity to feel like you're together, even if just for a few seconds. When you wish her good night, try explaining what you would do if you were together to connect with her. [1]
    • “Really wish I was there to give you a quick cuddle! Good night, darling ❤️😘.”
    • “What I wouldn’t do to be with you right now…Just picture I'm there, giving you a big hug 👩🏽‍❤️‍👨🏾. Good night :)”
    • “I’d love to give you a goodnight kiss, but that’s not in the cards tonight. Looking forward to the next time I get to. Good night! 😴”
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“I hope you know how beautiful you are. Sweet dreams ☺️.”

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    The more personalized they are, the better. By including a thoughtful, sweet compliment along with your goodnight message, you'll be totally making her day.
    • “I love having you as a girlfriend. You’re the best, you know that?? Good night 🤩.”
    • “Good night to the smartest, sweetest, funniest girl I know 💕❤️.”
    • “You really do make every day better. Thank you for that 😇😇. Sleep tight!”
    Bruce Bryans, Bestselling Relationship Author

    A goodnight text is one of the most powerful yet underutilized forms of communication in a relationship. Taking a few seconds at the end of the day to send your girlfriend a thoughtful goodnight text will make her feel appreciated and connected to you, even when you're apart. The right words, sent with sincerity, can brighten her mood, make her smile before bed, and reassure her that you care.

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“Tonight was SO fun. Good night 💕.”

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    She may be sitting in bed, thinking, “I had so much fun. I wonder if they feel the same way…” By mentioning something positive about your hangout, you'll make her feel reassured.
    • “If I didn’t mention it before, you looked great tonight 💃🏿. I couldn’t stop staring at you. Sleep tight 💗💗.”
    • “Good night to the best mini-golf partner a person could ask for. Thanks for a great date 🤗.”
    • “I want you to know that that was my favorite night I've had in a long time. Good night 😴."
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"Try not to dream of me 😏."

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    Depending on your girlfriend’s tastes, she might prefer a coy, playful text over a super romantic one. If you think that's the case, don’t be afraid to heat things up a bit!
    • “It’s really cold in my room tonight, wish you were here to warm me up…Good night 😉.” [2]
    • “I like my bed a lot more with you in it 😰. Until next time…Good night ❤️‍🔥."
    • “I’m having a hard time falling asleep because I can’t stop thinking about you. You ARE my favorite distraction, though ;) Sweet dreams ❤️😘.”
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“It must be tiring laughing at my jokes all day 😉. Good night!”

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    Sending a goodnight text is a way to say you care and that you’re thinking about her. Your girlfriend may already feel like the gesture is sweet on its own, even without a super romantic message. In this case, she may prefer a funny goodnight text to give her a quick laugh before bed. [3]
    • “Zit cream: applied. Footsie PJs: on. Goodnight text to my favorite person: in progress. Sleep tight! 😴”
    • “You are truly the Juliet to my Romeo. Here’s to hoping things turn out a little better for us. Good night ❤️.”
    • “Look, I bought you flowers 💐. They were really expensive, so I hope you like them 👩🏻‍❤️‍💋‍👩🏼. Good night 🥰.”
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“Sweet dreams, love 💘.”

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    To remind her that you’re thinking of her before bed, simply let her know that you hope she sleeps well. Keep things short and sweet. This way, you're letting her know that when good things happen to her (like she gets a great night’s rest), that makes you happy! [4]
    • “Wishing you the best night’s sleep 😻.”
    • “Thinking of you. Good night 🌹🌹.”
    • “Good night, love 😍."
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Use emojis to show you care.

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    You can make your girlfriend feel totally adored by just sending over a few romantic icons with your text. This way, she'll get the message, understand how much you care, and your goodnight text will be complete. It's hard to misinterpret red hearts and a sleepy face! [5]
    • "Good night! 👁🖤👩🏼‍🦰"
    • "Sleep tight❣️💕💞💓💖💝."
    • "Sweet dreams 👰🏾‍♀️😍🥰💍."
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      1. ↑ https://www.elitedaily.com/dating/goodnight-texts-for-him
      2. ↑ https://www.therandomvibez.com/flirty-goodnight-texts/
      3. ↑ https://www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-love/a44775787/good-night-messages-texts/
      4. ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/life/tech-social-media/g25896402/cute-goodnight-text-message-ideas/?slide=12
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