parce
slang, Colombia
The classic Colombian word for "bro" is parce, short for parcero. Hermano also works between friends.
Meaning: friendly word for a close friend (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| parce | slang, Colombia |
| parcero | slang, Colombia |
| hermano | friendly |
Parce is a casual way to call a friend or get someone's attention, as in Parce, ¿qué hubo? Use it with people your age and people you know.
Is it said differently in some regions?
It is strongly linked to Medellín and Antioquia, though it is understood across the country and has become a symbol of Colombian slang.
Did you know?
- Many Colombians say ¿qué más? as a greeting, and it means "how are you" more than "what else".
Examples in context
- Parce, ¿me prestas veinte mil?Bro, can you lend me twenty thousand?
- Gracias, parcero.Thanks, bro.
- Hermano, nos vemos mañana.Man, see you tomorrow.
Example conversation
Sebastián runs into his friend Camilo outside a stadium in Medellín.
- SebastiánParce, ¿qué más?Bro, what's up?
- CamiloTodo bien, parcero. ¿Y vos?All good, man. And you?
- SebastiánBien. ¿Vamos al partido?Good. Shall we go to the match?
