guay
“guay” means “cool” in Spanish (Excellent, fashionable, or impressive).
cool, great
Also: awesome, neat
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¡Qué guay es tu camiseta nueva!
A2Your new T-shirt is so cool!
Hemos ido a la playa y el día ha sido súper guay.
B1We went to the beach and the day was super great/awesome.
¿Vamos al cine? ¡Guay!
B1Shall we go to the cinema? Cool!
El concierto estuvo muy guay, la banda tocó genial.
B2The concert was really cool; the band played brilliantly.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: guay
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses the adjective 'guay'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The exact origin is debated, but it likely comes from the Romani language (Caló) word 'guay' or 'juay,' meaning 'nice' or 'handsome.' It gained immense popularity in Spanish youth slang in the late 20th century.
First recorded: Mid-20th century (in popular Spanish slang)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'guay' used in all Spanish-speaking countries?
No. While people generally understand it, 'guay' is strongly associated with Spain. If you are in Latin America, using 'chévere,' 'chido,' or 'bacán' will sound more natural.
How do I make 'guay' stronger?
You can use intensifiers like 'muy guay' (very cool), 'súper guay' (super cool), or 'mega guay' (mega cool) to emphasize your approval.