New Mexico Spanish
Pos
Used when emphasizing a point or filling pauses in conversation.
Literal Meaning
Well
Actual Meaning
Filler word - short for 'pues'
Examples in Context

Pos, ¿qué vamos a hacer después de la cena?

No sé, pos tal vez podemos ir al cine.

Pos, eso suena bien, pero también podemos quedarnos en casa.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Use 'pos' when you're thinking about what to say next. It's a way to give yourself a moment to gather your thoughts.
  • 2In conversations, 'pos' can help keep the flow going. It's okay to use it even if you don't have a complete thought yet.
  • 3Listen for 'pos' in conversations; it often signals that the speaker is transitioning to a new idea or is considering their response.
Phrase Thesaurus
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pues
well
so
you know
right
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