Okey
casual, Mexico
Mexicans often say Okey for "OK" and the short Va to accept a plan. Órale is a lively slang word that can mean "OK, let us do it". It is also called Está bien.
Meaning: agreement or acceptance (interjection)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Okey | casual, Mexico |
| Está bien | neutral |
| Va | casual, Mexico |
| Órale | slang, Mexico |
¿Nos vemos a las ocho? Va is how friends settle a plan. Está bien is the neutral choice and fits in any setting.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Órale is a typical Mexican word with many meanings, from "wow" to "come on" to "OK", depending on the tone.
Did you know?
- Órale changes meaning with the tone of voice, and Mexicans use it dozens of ways.
Examples in context
- Okey, nos vemos mañana.OK, see you tomorrow.
- ¿Vamos a las ocho? Va.Shall we go at eight? OK.
- Está bien, lo hacemos así.All right, we will do it that way.
Example conversation
Felipe arranges a lunch with his coworker Ximena in Mexico City.
- Felipe¿Comemos juntos mañana?Shall we have lunch together tomorrow?
- XimenaVa, a las dos.OK, at two.
- FelipeOkey, yo reservo.OK, I will book.
