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Common informal greetings and responses in Spain

Spanish Slang Unveiled: Speak with Flair!: Common informal greetings and responses in Spain
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Common informal greetings and responses in Spain include simple and casual phrases often used between friends, family, or people of the same age. Some of the most typical informal greetings are:

  • “Hola” (Hello/Hi) – the most universal informal greeting.
  • “Buenas” – a short form of greetings like buenos días/tardes/noches used casually at any time.
  • “¿Qué tal?” (How’s it going?) – common friendly greeting.
  • “¿Cómo estás?” (How are you?) – informal way to ask how someone is doing.
  • “¿Qué pasa?” or “¿Qué hay?” (What’s up?/What’s going on?) – slangy, casual greet.
  • “¿Cómo andas?” (How’s it going?/How are you?) – informal check-in.
  • “Ey” or “Hey” – a simple informal way to say hi.
  • “¿Qué haces?” (What are you doing?) – often used as a conversation starter.
  • “¡Cuánto tiempo sin verte!” (Long time no see) – used to greet someone after a long period.

Common informal responses often include:

  • “Estoy bien, ¿y tú?” (I’m good, and you?)
  • “Todo bien” (All good)
  • “Muy bien” (Very good)
  • “Aquí, tranquilo” (Here, calm/relaxed)
  • “No mucho” (Not much)
  • “Pura Vida” (All good/Good vibes — more common in Latin American Spanish but sometimes used casually)

These informal greetings and responses make everyday communication friendly and relaxed among locals in Spain.

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