nos vemos
/nos ˈbemos/
The English phrase "see ya" is translated into Spanish as nos vemos.
nos vemos is an informal way to say goodbye when you expect to see the person again.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a literal translation of "we see each other" using the reflexive form of the verb ver (to see).
Which one should you use?
Unlike adiós, which can imply a more permanent or indefinite departure, nos vemos specifically implies that the speakers will encounter one another again in the future.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
While common in many settings, nos vemos is an informal way to say goodbye compared to more formal options like adiós or hasta luego.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the first-person plural reflexive pronoun nos and the present tense of the verb ver.
How do you pronounce it?
/nos ˈbemos/
Did you know?
- While nos vemos is common, some people use it as a way to end a phone call, even though physical sight is impossible during a voice conversation.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, saying nos vemos is often accompanied by a light touch on the arm or a quick hug, rather than just a wave.
- The verb ver in nos vemos can also mean 'to understand' or 'to realize' in other contexts, though it only means 'to see' in this goodbye.
Examples in context
- ¡Nos vemos!See ya!This sentence is useful for seeing how to use nos vemos as an exclamation.Tatoeba #1036411 by Soninka, translation #6884377 by tripbeetle
- Gracias por su ayuda. ¡Hasta luego!Thank you for your help. See ya!
- Espero verte en la próxima reunión. ¡Hasta pronto!I hope to see you at the next meeting. See you soon!
- Fue divertido salir contigo. ¡Nos vemos mañana!It was fun going out with you. See you tomorrow!
- Nos vemos mañana en clase.See ya tomorrow in class.
- ¡Nos vemos pronto!See ya soon!
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are leaving a coffee shop after chatting.
- JavierBueno, ya me tengo que ir.Well, I have to go now.
- SofíaEstá bien, nos vemos luego, Javier.Okay, see ya later, Javier.
- Javier¡Adiós, Sofía!Goodbye, Sofía!
- Sofía¡Chao!Bye!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry nos vemos, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
