órale, vato

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órale, vato(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
1.
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
(used to express encouragement)
Regionalism used in Mexico
(Mexico)
a. come on, dude
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
¡Órale, vato! Ya casi terminas. ¡Tú puedes!Come on, dude! You're almost done. You can do this!
2.
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
(used to express approval)
Regionalism used in Mexico
(Mexico)
a. OK, dude
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
Órale, vato. Sí voy contigo, pero vámonos temprano, ¿no?OK, dude. I'll go with you, but let's leave early, OK?
b. alright, dude
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
Órale, vato. Vámonos a michas y compramos la nave.Alright, dude. Let's go havsies on the car.
3.
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
(used to express disbelief)
Regionalism used in Mexico
(Mexico)
a. no way, dude
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
Órale, vato. ¿Cómo pudiste hacer eso?No way, dude. How could you do that?
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