Literal translation
What wave?
Natural translation
What’s up?
What it really means
Casual Mexican greeting.
When Spanish speakers use it
Friends; informal only.
Examples in context
- ¿Qué onda, güey?What’s up, dude?
Regional differences
- Mexico: Default informal greeting.
Natural replies you can use
Aquí, ¿y tú?Nada, ¿qué tal?
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