okey
/oh-kay/
okay
The word 'okey' is often used as an interjection to express agreement, like giving a thumbs up.
okey(interjection)
okay
?expressing agreement or confirmation
fine
?accepting a situation
,all right
?confirming understanding
📝 In Action
—¿Nos vemos a las ocho? —Okey, allí estaré.
A1—Shall we meet at eight? —Okay, I'll be there.
Okey, entiendo lo que dices.
A1All right, I understand what you're saying.
💡 Grammar Points
A Word That Never Changes
This word is 'invariable,' which just means it always stays exactly the same. You don't need to change it if you are talking to one person or many people.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Spelling Varieties
Mistake: "Thinking 'okey' is the only way to write it."
Correction: In Spanish, you will see 'okey,' 'OK,' and 'ok.' 'Okey' is just the way we spell it to match how it sounds in Spanish!
⭐ Usage Tips
Regional Choice
While 'okey' is understood everywhere, if you are in Spain, you will hear 'vale' much more often. In Mexico, people often say 'sale'.
In Spanish, 'el okey' can refer to receiving the 'green light' or official approval for something.
📝 In Action
Solo estoy esperando el okey de mi jefe.
B1I'm just waiting for the okay from my boss.
Ya tenemos el okey para empezar la obra.
B1We already have the green light to start the construction.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'Okey' as a Thing
When you use 'okey' as a noun (a person, place, or thing), it is always masculine. That's why we say 'el okey'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: okey
Question 1 of 2
If you are in Madrid and want to sound like a local when agreeing, which word might you use instead of 'okey'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'okey' considered a 'real' Spanish word?
Yes! While it started as a loanword from English, it is widely used and accepted in casual and neutral Spanish. The Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) even recognizes the phonetic spelling 'okey'.
Can I use 'okey' in a formal job interview?
It is better to use 'de acuerdo' or 'comprendo' in very formal situations, as 'okey' can sound a bit too casual.