How to Say “Hangout” in Spanish

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lugar de encuentro
/luɡaɾ de enkwentɾo/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'hangout' (referring to a place) is translated into Spanish as lugar de encuentro.
Lugar de encuentro is used to describe an informal meeting-place or a spot where people gather. When you want to talk about the actions associated with a hangout, you might use the verb Quedar to express an arrangement or agreement to meet up. To suggest the act of hanging out, you can use the informal verb Salir (to go out) or the informal phrase Pasar tiempo juntos (to spend time together). To express the idea of getting together informally, you can use the verb Juntarse.
Meaning: place for hanging out, an informal meeting-place (noun)

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase lugar de encuentro literally translates to 'place of encounter'.

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

If you need to refer to a designated meeting place or gathering spot in a more formal context, use sitio de reunión. For very informal settings, you may use slang such as parche in certain contexts.

Is it said differently in some regions?

In Spain, the expression echar una caña literally means 'to have a beer' but is used to suggest meeting up in a more casual setting. In Argentina, the phrase hacer una previa refers to an informal gathering that precedes going out to a bar or nightclub, translating to 'to have a pre-drink'. In some Latin American countries like Colombia, the slang word parche can colloquially refer to a hangout spot or the group of people hanging out together.

How do you pronounce it?

/luɡaɾ de enkwentɾo/

Did you know?

  • In Colombia, the word parche for a hangout is the same word used for a 'patch' used to repair a tire or a piece of clothing.
  • While lugar de encuentro is a general term, the verb quedar used to arrange a hangout literally means 'to remain' or 'to stay'.
  • In Spain, the casual hangout phrase echar una caña uses the verb echar, which usually means 'to throw' or 'to cast'.

Examples in context

  • Hemos quedado en encontrarnos en el café
    We have arranged to meet at the café
  • Vamos a salir esta noche
    Let's go out tonight
  • Nos vamos a juntar en casa de María
    We are going to get together at Maria's place
  • Este parque es nuestro lugar de encuentro.
    This park is our hangout.
  • Buscamos un nuevo lugar de encuentro para el grupo.
    We are looking for a new hangout for the group.
  • Esa cafetería es un buen lugar de encuentro.
    That cafe is a good hangout.

Example conversation

Daniel and Elena are planning where to meet their friends.

  1. Daniel

    ¿Dónde nos vemos hoy con el grupo?
    Where are we meeting the group today?
  2. Elena

    Podemos ir a nuestro lugar de encuentro habitual.
    We can go to our usual hangout.
  3. Daniel

    Me parece bien, nos vemos allí a las seis.
    Sounds good, I'll see you there at six.
  4. Elena

    Perfecto, Daniel, yo aviso a los demás.
    Perfect, Daniel, I will let the others know.

Sources

  • IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
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