Gracias
everyday, Venezuela
In Venezuela you say Gracias or Muchas gracias. With friends Gracias, pana is common, since pana is Venezuelan slang for "buddy".
Meaning: expression of thanks (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Gracias | everyday, Venezuela |
| Muchas gracias | warm |
| Gracias, pana | casual, Venezuela, slang |
The reply to thanks is usually De nada or Con gusto. Both are polite in shops and at home.
Which one should you use?
Pana is casual and used with friends of any gender. Leave it out when you speak to someone older or to a stranger.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Pana is also heard in Colombia and Ecuador, but it is especially tied to Venezuelan speech.
Did you know?
- Pana is used in Venezuela for a close friend and works much like "bro" in English.
Examples in context
- Gracias, pana, por la ayuda.Thanks, buddy, for the help.
- Muchas gracias por todo.Thank you very much for everything.
- Gracias, que Dios te bendiga.Thanks, God bless you.
Example conversation
Andrés borrows a pen from his friend Gabriel in a classroom in Caracas.
- Andrés¿Me prestas un lápiz?Can you lend me a pencil?
- GabrielToma, pana.Here, buddy.
- AndrésGracias, pana.Thanks, buddy.
- GabrielDe nada.You're welcome.
