1. “¿Cachai?” (You get it?) – A very Chilean way to ask if someone understands.
2. “Una empanada de pino, por favor.” (A beef empanada, please.) – For trying a local favorite.
3. “¿Dónde puedo tomar una micro?” (Where can I catch a bus?) – For using public transport.
4. “¿Cómo llego a la Torre Costanera?” (How do I get to the Costanera Tower?) – For finding Santiago’s tallest building.
5. “Un pisco sour, por favor.” (A pisco sour, please.) – To order Chile’s national cocktail.
6. “¿A qué hora es la once?” (What time is ‘once’?) – Asking about the traditional evening tea time.
7. “Está filete.” (That’s awesome.) – A typical Chilean expression of approval.
8. “¿Dónde puedo ver los moáis?” (Where can I see the moai statues?) – For planning a trip to Easter Island.
¡Buen Viaje! Essential Phrases for Traveling in Chile
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