How to Say ‘Yes, we can!’ in Mexican Spanish
¡Sí se puede!
see seh PWEH-deh
[see seh PWEH-deh]
🇲🇽 In Mexico: This is a classic chant from Mexican fans, roared in stadiums when the team needs a push. Joining in is welcome.
Phrase Breakdown
Sí
[see]
really / indeed
Used before a verb for emphasis, contrasting with before.
Ahora sí entiendo.
Now I really understand.
se
[seh]
one (impersonal)
Makes the verb impersonal: 'it is heard', 'one can hear'.
Aquí se come bien.
One eats well here.
puede
[PWEH-deh]
can / could
Third-person singular of poder; expresses possibility or ability.
Puede salir una buena oferta de esta conversación.
A good offer can come out of this conversation.
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