1. “¿Qué onda, chavaló?” (What’s up, kid?) – A casual Nicaraguan greeting.
2. “Un gallo pinto, por favor.” (A gallo pinto, please.) – To try the national rice and beans dish.
3. “¿Cómo llego a la Isla de Ometepe?” (How do I get to Ometepe Island?) – For visiting the volcanic island.
4. “¿Dónde puedo hacer sandboarding en el Cerro Negro?” (Where can I go sandboarding on Cerro Negro?) – For adventure activities.
5. “Un macuá, por favor.” (A macuá, please.) – To try Nicaragua’s national cocktail.
6. “¿Dónde está la Catedral de León?” (Where is León Cathedral?) – For finding the famous basilica.
7. “Qué tuani.” (How cool.) – A very Nicaraguan expression of approval.
8. “¿Cuánto cuesta la lancha?” (How much is the boat?) – For water transportation.
¡Buen Viaje! Essential Phrases for Traveling in Nicaragua
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