Échale ganas means "Give it your all", "Keep at it" or "Hang in there" in Mexican Spanish. It's said to encourage someone facing work, school or a hard time.
Casual Use it with friends, family and people your age.
How It's Used
Tone & Context
Literally "throw desire at it". It's warm and supportive and you'll hear it from parents, friends and teachers.
A natural reply is "Gracias, sí le echo ganas".
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FAQ: Échale ganas
Échale ganas means "Give it your all", "Keep at it" or "Hang in there" in Mexican Spanish. It's said to encourage someone facing work, school or a hard time.
"Give it your all" or "keep at it".
"Gracias" or "Sí, le echo ganas" (I'll do my best).