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What does “Órale” mean?

Alright / wow / let’s go

Literal translation

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Natural translation

Alright / wow / let’s go

What it really means

A Mexican all-purpose interjection. It can mean ‘okay’, ‘wow’, ‘hurry up’, or ‘sure’ depending on tone.

When Spanish speakers use it

Agreeing, encouraging, expressing surprise.

Examples in context

  • Órale, vámonos.
    Alright, let’s go.
  • ¡Órale! ¡Qué carro!
    Whoa! What a car!

Regional differences

  • Mexico: Extremely common; tone is everything.

Natural replies you can use

VaSaleÓrale pues

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