Spanish Conversation · Level 26
90 words
Spanish word
vale
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈbale/
Meaning
- interjectionokay
Example
¿Comenzamos? — Vale.
Shall we start? Okay.
More examples
Vale, puedes cogerlo.
Okay, you can take it.
Core concept
A quick one-word assent used in casual Spanish conversation.
Common phrases
vale, está bien
got it
vale, vamos
all right, let's go
Similar words
sí: Provides a simple, direct yes as an affirmative reply to a question.
ok: Serves as a short, informal acknowledgment of agreement in casual speech.
claro: Expresses obvious comprehension of an explanation or instruction.
Definition in Spanish
Se usa para expresar asentimiento breve o permiso en el habla cotidiana, usada sobre todo en España.
Word origin
The interjection develops from a colloquial conjugated form of the verb valer, from Latin valēre 'to be strong or to be worth', which in speech detaches to signal brief agreement or permission.
Usage tips
- Common in Spain and informal speech; flat intonation gives plain agreement, rising intonation makes it a confirmation question, and clipped delivery prompts the next action.