Spanish Conversation · Level 121
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Spanish word
lueguito
Pronunciation
IPA/lweˈɣito/
Meaning
- adverbin a little while
Example
Nos vemos lueguito.
See you in a little while.
More examples
¡Hasta lueguito!
See you soon!
Core concept
A very short, affectionate delay.
Common phrases
nos vemos lueguito
see you in a little while
hasta lueguito
see you soon
Similar words
luego: Seeing someone again after a short period, expressed in neutral conversation.
enseguida: Something occurring immediately or right away, implying prompt execution.
ahorita: Casual expression for an event happening within a very short time, nearly immediately.
Definition in Spanish
Formado por «luego» más el diminutivo «-ito», expresa que algo ocurrirá en breve, con tono informal o afectuoso.
Word origin
It is formed from luego plus the diminutive suffix -ito, which shortens the time frame and adds an informal affectionate tone.
Usage tips
- Often used alone to mean 'be right back' or 'see you soon' in casual speech and avoided in formal situations.