Slang / Phrases
ChilePeruColombiaEcuador
¡Qué bacán!
“How cool!” or “Awesome!” For a great plan, a lovely gift, or a very good surprise.
Hear it
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01An enthusiastic, informal reaction meaning “How cool!”
A cheerful alternative to textbook bueno, with a useful regional twist.
Hear it in everyday life
¡Qué bacán! Mañana vamos a la playa.
Awesome! We're going to the beach tomorrow.
Tu bicicleta está bacán.
Your bike is cool.
¡Qué bacán este lugar!
This place is so cool!
Make it yours
A friend shows you a great new café. Say: “This place is so cool!”