How to Say ‘It was very close.’ in Mexican Spanish
Estuvo muy cerca.
es-TOO-boh mwee SEHR-kah
[es-TOO-boh mwee SEHR-kah]
💬 Usage Tip: Great phrase for a near miss. “Estuvo” puts the action in the past, perfect for reacting right after the play.
🇲🇽 In Mexico: Very natural for live viewing with friends or family when the danger has just passed.
Phrase Breakdown
Estuvo
[es-TOO-boh]
it was
Past form of estar, often used for how something turned out or felt in the moment.
Estuvo impresionante esa jugada.
That play was impressive.
muy
[mwee]
very
Intensifies the word that follows.
Fue muy emocionante ver esa llegada.
It was very exciting to see that attack.
cerca
[SEHR-kah]
close / near
Means near in distance or nearly happening.
El remate estuvo cerca del ángulo.
The shot was close to the top corner.
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