casual📍 Peru — general
Ya pe
Literal meaning: "Now then"
Come on / Alright then (Peru)
yah peh
What does it mean?
"Pe" (from "pues") is Peru's famous verbal tic, tacked onto the end of phrases for emphasis or warmth — "sí pe" (yeah, of course), "ya pe" (come on / alright then), "no pe" (no way). "Ya pe" specifically nudges someone along or wraps up agreement.
How to use it
Extremely casual and conversational. Universal among Peruvians in relaxed speech; skip entirely in writing or formal contexts.
Example sentences
Come on, let's go already.
Ya pe, vamos.
Alright then, deal.
Ya pe, trato hecho.
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