Community

Your word isn't here yet

Join Hablaaa and add the expression no one else has documented.

/Sounds like "MAH" (as in "mark") + "hoh" (as in "hope")/

Meaning

Nice, friendly, a genuinely likeable person who you click with right away in Spain. It's the most authentic casual compliment for someone with good vibes who's just pleasant to be around.

Examples

Your boyfriend is so majo, I loved him.

The new neighbor is maja, she brought us cookies.

How majo was the waiter, he gave us a free dessert.

Word family
Regional synonyms
Anonymous

/Sounds like "MAH" (as in "mark") + "hoh" (as in "hope")/

Meaning

Nice, pleasant, likable, Spain's most easygoing compliment. Calling someone majo means they're good people: friendly, approachable, no drama. It doesn't mean stunning or brilliant, just genuinely decent and easy to be around, which honestly counts for a lot.

Examples

Your friend is really cool, I liked him a lot.

You're so nice! You always help everyone.

Word family
Regional synonyms

Showing 2 definitions, sorted by votes

An expression of agreement or confirmation used across Central America, especially Guatemala. It is the local equivalent of Mexico's "órale": you say "dale pues" to confirm plans, close a casual deal, or simply agree to something with warmth.