Vaya (en. Oh)

[ˈβaja]

Meaning & Definition

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verb

Form of the verb 'ir' in subjunctive or imperative.

I hope she goes to the party.

Ojalá que ella vaya a la fiesta.

Expression used to emphasize a situation.

Wow, he has changed a lot since the last time I saw him.

Vaya que ha cambiado mucho desde la última vez que lo vi.

Used to express discontent or surprise.

Wow, I didn't expect that answer.

Vaya, no esperaba esa respuesta.

Derived from the verb 'ir' in subjunctive.

go with God

Expression used to say goodbye to someone with good wishes.

vaya con Dios

oh dear

Used to express disbelief or surprise about a situation.

vaya telita

that's for sure

Affirmation indicating that something is true or that something is approved.

vaya que sí

To move from one place to another.

I come

First person singular of the present tense of 'venir'.

vengo

arrive

To reach a place.

llegar

Expression of surprise or resignation.

Wow, I didn't see that coming.

Vaya, no me lo esperaba.

Derogatory phrase to refer to something disappointing.

That was a disappointment.

Eso fue un vaya.