Spanish Phrase
Nos vemos por la mañana.
Meaning
This phrase is a common way to say goodbye when you expect to see the person again the following morning. It uses the reflexive form of the verb 'ver' (to see) to indicate a mutual meeting.
When to use
Use this phrase when parting ways with friends, family, or colleagues at night if you have plans to meet or work together the next morning. It is appropriate for both casual and semi-formal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Nosvemosporlamañana
Nos vemos
This is the reflexive form of 'ver' in the first-person plural, literally meaning 'we see each other'.
Por la mañana
The preposition 'por' is used to indicate a duration or a general time of day.
🗨In Conversation
Ya es muy tarde, me voy a descansar.
It is very late, I am going to get some rest.
Que descanses, nos vemos por la mañana.
Rest well, see you in the morning.
✕Common Mistakes
Nos vemos en la mañana.
While used in some Latin American dialects, 'por' is the standard preposition for periods of the day in Peninsular Spanish.
Nos vemos por el mañana.
'El mañana' means 'the future', while 'la mañana' refers to the morning time.
↔Alternatives
Hasta mañana.
Until tomorrow.
Nos vemos mañana.
See you tomorrow.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish-speaking cultures, 'la mañana' typically lasts until the heavy mid-day meal (almuerzo), which often occurs between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM. This phrase reflects a social culture where daily interactions are consistently expected and reaffirmed.