buenas vibraciones
/bwenas bibɾaθjones/from spelling rules
The English phrase "good vibrations" is translated into Spanish as buenas vibraciones.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, you can use buen rollo to mean "good vibe". In Mexico, chido means "cool" and conveys positive vibes.
Did you know?
- Spanish speakers often use the word onda (wave) to talk about vibes, such as in the phrase buena onda, which is the preferred way to say 'good vibes' in Argentina and Chile.
- In Spain, the phrase buen rollo literally translates to 'good roll'. It is used to describe both a positive atmosphere and a person who is easy to get along with.
- Using buenas vibraciones to describe a person might imply they are particularly spiritual or into holistic healing, rather than just being a 'cool' person.
Examples in context
- La fiesta de anoche estuvo genial, todos tenían muy buena onda.Last night's party was awesome, everyone had such a good vibe.
- Me encanta el ambiente copado que se vive en Buenos Aires.I love the cool atmosphere in Buenos Aires.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are visiting a new art gallery.
- ElenaMe encanta este espacio, tiene buenas vibraciones.I love this space, it has good vibrations.
- MateoTienes razón, es muy relajante.You are right, it is very relaxing.
- ElenaMe hace sentir muy en paz.It makes me feel very at peace.
- MateoYo también lo siento, Mateo está feliz aquí.I feel it too, Mateo is happy here.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
