Meaning
To be in a state of calm and rest, enjoying leisure.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'estar de relax' is often associated with the 'puente' (long weekend). It's a national pastime to find a small village or a beach to simply 'be'. Argentines might use 'estar tranqui'. While 'relax' is understood, 'tranqui' is the local king of casual relaxation. In Mexico, 'estar a gusto' is a very common way to express the same feeling of being comfortable and relaxed. In coastal regions (the Coast), 'estar de relax' is almost a lifestyle. It's often paired with 'fresqueando' (chilling out).
Use it to set boundaries
If someone asks you for a favor when you're resting, say 'Lo siento, ahora estoy de relax'. It's a gentle but clear way to say no.
Social Media Gold
Use #DeRelax on your vacation photos to sound like a native speaker.
Meaning
To be in a state of calm and rest, enjoying leisure.
Use it to set boundaries
If someone asks you for a favor when you're resting, say 'Lo siento, ahora estoy de relax'. It's a gentle but clear way to say no.
Social Media Gold
Use #DeRelax on your vacation photos to sound like a native speaker.
Not for the Office
Never tell your boss you are 'de relax' during work hours unless you have a very informal relationship.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'estar' and the phrase 'de relax'.
El próximo sábado, mis amigos y yo _______ en la montaña.
We use the future tense 'estaremos' for a plan, and the full phrase 'de relax'.
Which sentence is the most natural for a casual Instagram caption?
Caption: Una tarde perfecta...
'De relax total' is the most common and natural slang for social media.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Quieres venir a correr? B: No, gracias. Hoy prefiero _______.
The context of declining exercise suggests a desire for rest.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are lying in a hammock with a book.
A hammock is a classic symbol of being 'de relax'.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Activities for being 'De Relax'
At Home
- • Ver series
- • Leer un libro
- • Dormir la siesta
Outside
- • Pasear por el parque
- • Ir a la playa
- • Tomar un café
Practice Bank
4 exercisesEl próximo sábado, mis amigos y yo _______ en la montaña.
We use the future tense 'estaremos' for a plan, and the full phrase 'de relax'.
Caption: Una tarde perfecta...
'De relax total' is the most common and natural slang for social media.
A: ¿Quieres venir a correr? B: No, gracias. Hoy prefiero _______.
The context of declining exercise suggests a desire for rest.
Situation: You are lying in a hammock with a book.
A hammock is a classic symbol of being 'de relax'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsIt is colloquially correct and widely accepted in spoken Spanish, though purists might prefer 'estar relajándose'.
Yes, it is understood everywhere, though some regions have their own preferred slang like 'estar de tranqui' or 'estar de buena'.
'Estar relajado' is a physical or mental state. 'Estar de relax' is an activity or a period of time dedicated to leisure.
It is masculine: 'el relax'. However, the phrase 'estar de relax' doesn't change based on gender.
It's common in some Latin American dialects (like Mexico), but 'estoy de relax' is more standard across all regions.
If the relationship is friendly and informal, yes. If it's a strict academic environment, use 'descansar'.
You can say 'Necesito estar de relax' or 'Necesito un poco de relax'.
Not necessarily. You can be 'de relax' while reading, watching TV, or chatting.
The verb is 'relajarse', but 'estar de relax' is often preferred in casual speech to describe the vibe.
No, it is only used for people (and sometimes pets).
Related Phrases
Estar de tranqui
synonymTo be taking it easy, usually in a social way.
Estar de chill
synonymTo be chilling.
Tomárselo con calma
similarTo take things slowly/calmly.
Estar estresado
contrastTo be stressed.
