Intro units.

Hola vs. Qué onda

The everyday hello, and the casual Mexican greeting your textbook never taught you.

Tú vs. Usted

Mexico runs on respect — learn when to switch from tú to usted.

Courtesy & Basics

Please, thank you, and the small words that make you sound local.

Introducing Yourself

Names, origins, and the small talk that opens every conversation.

No Manches & Órale

The reaction words every Mexican conversation runs on.

Chido, Padre & Compliments

How to say something's cool, awesome, or just plain great — the Mexican way.

On the Phone & Around Town

¿Bueno? for phone calls, and the small talk filler words locals actually use.