Buenas (en. Hello good)

ˈbwenas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has good qualities or characteristics.
She is a very good person.
Ella es una persona muy buenas.
That is used to refer to something positive or favorable.
They had very good experiences on their trip.
Tuvieron unas experiencias muy buenas en su viaje.
That is in good condition or state.
Juan's health is very good after his recovery.
La salud de Juan está muy buenas después de su recuperación.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'bonus', which means 'good'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

good afternoon
A greeting used in the afternoon.
buenas tardes
good evening
A greeting used at night.
buenas noches
good vibes
It refers to good energies or attitudes.
buenas vibras
good news
It refers to positive news.
buenas nuevas
good intentions
It indicates positive wishes towards something or someone.
buenas intenciones

Related Words

good
Adjective that refers to something that has good quality.
bueno
goodness
Quality of being good.
bondad
beneficial
That produces benefit or is useful.
beneficioso
kind
Person who acts with kindness.
bondadoso
benevolent
That shows sympathy and understanding towards others.
benévolo

Slang Meanings

Informal greeting among friends.
When we meet, we always say 'good'.
Cuando nos encontramos, siempre decimos 'buenas'.
Way to wish good luck or a good day.
Before entering the exam, he said to me 'good'.
Antes de entrar al examen, me dijo 'buenas'.
Reference to a good environment or good intentions.
The group always has good vibes when they are together.
El grupo siempre tiene buenas cuando están juntos.