okay
/oˈkei/masculine
The English phrase OK can be translated into Spanish as okay. If unsure, use okay. Wiktionary also lists okey.
Meaning: OK (intj)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| okay | /oˈkei/ /ouˈkei/ |
masculine |
| okey | /oˈkei/ | masculine |
The term is used as an interjection to express agreement or to signal that something is OK. It can also function as a masculine noun.
Which one should you use?
The spelling okey is a common phonetic adaptation of the English word used in many Spanish-speaking regions. Both forms function as masculine interjections.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In Spain, the colloquial term vale is much more common than okay for expressing agreement or saying 'OK'. To express that something is acceptable or fine, the phrase está bien is a common alternative.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/oˈkei/
Did you know?
- In Mexico, instead of 'okay', you might hear people say sale to agree to a plan, which literally translates to 'it sells'.
- While English speakers use 'okay' to signal understanding, a Spanish speaker might use the word vale to mean 'it is valid' or 'it is worth it' in a completely different context.
- While okay is widely understood, speakers in Spain often use vale so frequently that it becomes a filler word similar to 'like' or 'um' in English conversations.
Examples in context
- Está bienIt's okay
- De acuerdoAgreed
- EntendidoUnderstood
- AceptadoAccepted
- ValeOkay
- ClaroOf course
- BuenoGood
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are deciding on a movie to watch.
- Sofía¿Quieres ver una película de terror?Do you want to watch a horror movie?
- DanielOkay, me parece bien.Okay, that sounds good to me.
- SofíaVoy a buscar una en la televisión.I'm going to look for one on the TV.
- DanielPerfecto, yo preparo las palomitas.Perfect, I'll prepare the popcorn.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “okay” translations and entries okay, okey, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
