Literal translation
It’s worth
Natural translation
Okay / sure / got it
What it really means
Spain’s version of ‘okay’. Used constantly to agree, confirm, or move on.
When Spanish speakers use it
Every casual conversation in Spain.
Examples in context
- Nos vemos a las ocho. — Vale.See you at eight. — Okay.
- Vale, vale, ya voy.Okay, okay, I’m coming.
Regional differences
- Spain: The default ‘okay’.
- Latin America: Rare; ‘sale’ or ‘va’ instead.
Natural replies you can use
GenialPerfectoHasta luego
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