vibras
/bibɾas/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'vibes' can be translated into Spanish as vibras.
Spanish offers several ways to express the concept of 'vibes' depending on the context. To describe the atmosphere or vibe of a place in a formal way, you can use Ambiente. To refer to the energy surrounding a person, place or situation, the formal term Aura is used. In informal settings, Onda can be used as a noun to denote good vibes or positive energy, while Buen rollo translates to good vibes or good energy. If you want to describe a fantastic or vibrant atmosphere colloquially, you can use Ambientazo.
How does it change in a sentence?
While vibras is the plural form used for the general concept of 'vibes', the singular vibra can be used to refer to a specific vibe.
How do you pronounce it?
/bibɾas/
Did you know?
- While 'vibras' is a direct translation, using buen rollo to mean 'good vibes' is an idiom where 'rollo' actually refers to a 'roll' or 'bore'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, onda is so versatile that it can be used to ask 'What is up?' by saying ¿Qué onda?, moving beyond just describing a vibe.
- While vibras is common in Latin America, speakers in Spain are far more likely to use buen rollo to describe positive vibes. Using vibras in Spain may sound like a direct translation from English.
Examples in context
- Este restaurante tiene un ambiente genial.This restaurant has great vibes.
- Me encanta la sensación de esta ciudad.I love the vibes of this city.
- Esta fiesta tiene buen rollo.This party has great vibes.
- Su apartamento tiene muy buena onda.Her apartment has a great vibe.
- El concierto tuvo un ambientazo.The concert had amazing vibes.
- Me encantan las sensaciones de esta playa.I love the vibes of this beach.
- Este café tiene muy buena onda.This café has such a great vibe.
- Este lugar tiene muy buenas vibras.This place has very good vibes.
- No me gustan sus vibras.I don't like his/her vibes.
- Siento vibras extrañas en esta casa.I feel strange vibes in this house.
Example conversation
María and Mateo are visiting a new cafe.
- MaríaMe encanta este café, tiene vibras relajadas.I love this cafe, it has relaxed vibes.
- MateoTienes razón, María. Es muy tranquilo.You are right, María. It is very peaceful.
- MaríaSí, las vibras aquí son perfectas para leer.Yes, the vibes here are perfect for reading.
- MateoConcuerdo contigo, Mateo se siente muy cómodo aquí.I agree with you, Mateo feels very comfortable here.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
