chévere
informal, Panama
In Panama "cool" is commonly chévere, and bacano is also used as slang. Genial is the neutral choice.
Meaning: great or excellent (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| chévere | informal, Panama |
| bacano | slang |
| genial | neutral |
Say Está chévere about a party, a song or a plan you like. With friends Qué bacano shows enthusiasm.
Which one should you use?
The word chévere is also used in Colombia and the Caribbean, so it is not unique to Panama, but Panamanians say it often.
How does it change in a sentence?
Chévere does not change for gender: un lugar chévere, una fiesta chévere.
Did you know?
- The word chévere is sometimes linked to the Caribbean and spread across Latin America through music.
Examples in context
- La fiesta estuvo chévere.The party was cool.
- Qué bacano tu carro.Your car is so cool.
- Es un plan genial.It is a great plan.
Example conversation
Friends Ismael and Gabriela describe a concert they attended in Panama City.
- IsmaelGabriela, ¿te gustó el concierto?Gabriela, did you like the concert?
- GabrielaSí, estuvo chévere.Yes, it was cool.
- IsmaelPara la próxima vamos otra vez.Next time we go again.
