What Does “Me da igual” Mean in Mexican Spanish?

Easygoing, or indifferent. Watch the tone.

By David Feldt, Founder & CEO of Digify Platforms, Inc. and creator of PalabraFlow · Updated October 2, 2026

Me da igual means "I don't mind" or "It's all the same to me" in Spanish. Depending on the tone, it can also sound like "I don't care".

Neutral Fine in most everyday situations.

Hear it: Me da igual.

How It's Used

—¿Pizza o tacos? —Me da igual.
"Pizza or tacos?" "I don't mind."
Me da igual la hora.
Any time works for me.
La verdad, me da igual.
Honestly, I don't care.

Tone & Context

Said warmly, it's easygoing. Said flatly, it can sound cold. "Lo que tú quieras" (whatever you like) sounds friendlier.

Mexicans often soften a no or a non-answer, so you'll also hear "como quieras" (as you like).

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FAQ: Me da igual

Me da igual means "I don't mind" or "It's all the same to me" in Spanish. Depending on the tone, it can also sound like "I don't care".

Not by itself, but a flat tone can make it sound like "I don't care".

"Lo que tú quieras" or "Como quieras".

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