bacán
slang, Peru
The classic Peruvian word for "cool" is bacán, used for people, places and plans. Chévere and genial are also understood and work in any country.
Meaning: great, awesome (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| bacán | slang, Peru |
| chévere | casual |
| genial | neutral |
Say Está bacán for "it is cool" or Qué bacán as an exclamation. The word does not change for masculine or feminine nouns.
Which one should you use?
Bacán is informal slang and fits friends and peers best. Genial is the safe choice in polite or mixed company.
Did you know?
- Bacán is also used in Chile with a similar meaning.
Examples in context
- Tu bicicleta está bacán.Your bike is cool.
- Qué bacán la fiesta de anoche.Last night's party was so cool.
- Es una idea genial.It is a great idea.
Example conversation
Jorge shows his friend Mateo his new bike in a park in Lima.
- JorgeMira, me compré una bicicleta nueva.Look, I bought a new bike.
- Mateo¡Qué bacán! ¿Cuánto costó?So cool! How much did it cost?
- JorgeMe salió a buen precio.It came at a good price.
