All phrases Slang

What does “Vale” mean?

Okay / sure / got it

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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