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How to Say "Give my regards" in Spanish
Learn how to politely pass along your best wishes to someone else's family or friends in Spanish using this common, natural phrase.
Dale mis saludos.
DAH-leh mees sah-LOO-dohsneutral
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Use this when you are finishing a conversation with someone and want to send a friendly message to a third party they know. It works perfectly when you are leaving a friend's house and want to acknowledge their partner or parents who aren't currently in the room.
Alternatives
- Salúdalo de mi parte.Use this when specifically referring to one male person.
- Recuérdame a tu familia.Use this to sound a bit more affectionate or traditional with family members.
- Mándale un saludo.Use this as a slightly more casual way to tell someone to pass on your regards.
Ways to get it wrong
Don't translate 'regards' literally
Avoid saying 'dame mis saludos,' which sounds like you are asking the person to give the regards to you.
Confusing the recipient
Remember that 'dale' implies you are sending the message to someone else, not the person you are currently talking to.
A small cultural note
In many Latin American cultures, sending regards is a standard social grace that shows you are thoughtful and well-mannered; skipping it can sometimes feel abrupt.
Frequently asked
How do I send regards to more than one person?
You should change the phrase to 'dales mis saludos.' The 's' at the end of 'dales' makes it plural so you are addressing a group.
Can I use this phrase in a professional email?
It is a bit too informal for a business email. In writing, you should use 'saludos cordiales' as a sign-off instead.
What if I want to send regards to a woman?
If you are using the alternative 'salúdala de mi parte,' the 'la' specifically refers to a female recipient. If you use 'dale mis saludos,' it works for everyone regardless of gender.
