Gracias, guapo
/ˈɡɾaθjas/ [ˈɡɾa.θjas ˈɡwapo/word by word
The English phrase "thank you handsome" is translated into Spanish as Gracias, guapo.
The phrase is commonly used in a flirtatious or complimentary manner toward a man. The word guapo is used for men.
How does it change in a sentence?
If you are addressing a woman, you must change the masculine adjective guapo to the feminine guapa.
Did you know?
- The root of guapo likely comes from the Latin word vappa, which meant 'flat wine' or a 'worthless person'.
- In some dialects, the term guapo can actually be used as a provocation to mean a 'tough guy' or someone looking for a fight.
- In many parts of Spain, calling a stranger guapo is a very common, friendly way to get a waiter's attention or thank a shopkeeper, and is not always flirtatious.
Examples in context
- Muchas gracias, guapo/guapaThank you very much, handsome/beautiful
- Gracias, guapo, por las flores.Thank you, handsome, for the flowers.
- Eres muy amable, gracias, guapo.You are very kind, thank you, handsome.
- Gracias, guapo, por ayudarme hoy.Thank you, handsome, for helping me today.
Example conversation
Daniel brings María a coffee at her workplace.
- María¿Me traes un café?Will you bring me a coffee?
- DanielClaro que sí, María.Of course, María.
- MaríaGracias, guapo, eres el mejor.Thank you, handsome, you are the best.
- DanielDe nada, no es nada.You're welcome, it's nothing.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (gracias, guapo) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries gracias, guapo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
