🇪🇸 Spanish phrases

How to Say "Take care" in Spanish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
cuídate
"Take care" in Spanish · say it like koo-ee-dah-teh

The most natural way to say "Take care" in Spanish is cuídate. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

cuídese
more formal or polite version
ten cuidado
used when advising someone to be careful

When to use it

You can use 'cuídate' when saying goodbye to someone, expressing concern for their well-being. It is common among friends and family. Use 'cuídese' in more formal situations or when addressing someone you don't know well.

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Examples in Spanish

SpanishEnglish
¡Cuídate mucho!Take care a lot!
Cuando salgas, cuídate.When you go out, take care.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'cuídate' with 'cuídame', which means 'take care of me'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear cuídate, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Spanish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'cuídate' used in all Spanish-speaking countries?

Yes, it is widely understood and used across Spanish-speaking countries.

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