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Would you like to speak like a real Colombian and do not look like gringo?

You should take account the following tips

To truly connect with friends, skip the typical “¿Cómo estás?“—it’s too bland. Instead, light things up with vibrant phrases like “¡Quibuo!“, “¿Qué más?“, “¿Todo bien?“, or “¿Bien o no?” If you’re close to someone, try “¿´ntonces?” for an even warmer vibe. If you want to know more greetings in spanish check the following video

When addressing someone respectfully, use “señora” for a woman and “señor” for a man. In casual settings, refer to a woman as “vieja” if she’s between 16 and 50, which is a colloquial term. For men, the English word “man” should be pronounced with a Spanish flair.

Keep in mind that “ahora” or “ahorita” in Colombia doesn’t always mean “now.” When friends or locals say “ahorita,” they often mean “later,” and it sometimes implies that something isn’t going to happen at all. Check this video with an excellent example

To immerse yourself in Colombian culture, master the phrase “¿me regalas [whatever] por favor?” is a colloquial way to ask, “Can you give me…” or “Can you hand me…” something. The phrase uses “regalar,” which, in informal Colombian Spanish, can mean to hand over or pass something, similar to “darme” (“give me”). For example:

“¿Me reglas un vaso de agua, por favor?” (Can you give me a glass of water, please?)

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