Iqué (en. What)
/ike/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
interjection
Used to express surprise or admiration.
How beautiful the landscape looks!
¡Iqué bonito se ve el paisaje!
It is also used to express disbelief.
What? Did that really happen?
¿Iqué? ¿De verdad sucedió eso?
A term related to enthusiasm in a conversation.
How exciting the match was last night.
Iqué emocionante fue el partido anoche.
Etymology
From Spanish, used in colloquial contexts to emphasize strong emotions.
Common Phrases and Expressions
What a wonder
It is used to express admiration for something extraordinary.
Iqué maravilla
What a surprise
Phrase used to express astonishment at an unexpected event.
Iqué sorpresa
What a shortcut
It refers to an easy or quick way to do something.
Iqué atajo
Related Words
what
A word used for questions or exclamations of astonishment.
qué
surprise
An emotional state that implies astonishment or disbelief.
sorpresa
astonishment
The sensation of surprise or intense admiration.
asombro
Slang Meanings
Expression used at parties or joyful events to highlight the fun of the situation.
At the party, everyone shouted 'What a!'
En la fiesta, todos gritaban '¡iqué!' cada vez que alguien bailaba bien.
Used on social media to react to something surprising or impressive.
She posted a picture of her trip and everyone commented 'What a!'
Publicó una foto de su viaje y todos comentaron '¡iqué!'