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Hostia
Used when expressing surprise or admiration in casual situations.
Literal Meaning
Host ildo
Actual Meaning
Wow/Damn
Examples in Context

Hostia, ¡qué montón de cosas tienes en tu casa! Es impresionante.

Hostia, ¿así que aprobaste el examen? ¡Qué suerte!

La película estuvo genial, hostia, no me la esperaba tan buena.

Helpful Tips
  • 1It's generally used among friends or peers rather than in formal conversations, making it suitable for casual chats.
  • 2Be aware that this expression can be a bit strong, so it might not be appropriate in all situations—especially with people you don't know well.
  • 3Use 'hostia' when you're surprised or impressed by something. It's often used in informal settings.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
wow
whoa
jeez
golly
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