pos
“pos” means “in pursuit of” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
in pursuit of
Also: after
📝 In Action
Muchos jóvenes emigran en pos de un futuro mejor.
B2Many young people emigrate in pursuit of a better future.
El caballero andante partió en pos de aventuras.
C1The knight-errant set out in search of adventures.
Corrieron en pos del ladrón por toda la calle.
B2They ran after the thief all through the street.
well
Also: so / then
📝 In Action
Pos... no sé qué decirte.
A2Well... I don't know what to tell you.
¿Vas a venir? — Pos sí.
A1Are you coming? — Well, yeah.
Pos vámonos ya, que es tarde.
B1Well then, let's go, it's late.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: pos
Question 1 of 3
Which phrase means 'in pursuit of' a goal?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'post,' meaning 'after' or 'behind.' The informal slang version is a phonetic reduction of the Spanish word 'pues.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'pos' the same as 'post-'?
They are related! 'Pos-' is a prefix used at the start of words (like 'posguerra' - postwar). However, 'pos' as a standalone word is either part of the formal phrase 'en pos de' or a slang version of 'pues'.
Is it better to say 'pos' or 'pues'?
Always use 'pues' in formal settings, writing, or if you are a beginner. 'Pos' is very informal and can sometimes sound uneducated depending on the context, though it's very common in some dialects.
Does 'pos' mean 'post' like a social media post?
No. In Spanish, a social media post is usually called 'una publicación' or 'un post' (borrowed from English, pronounced like the English word).