Spanish Expression · Advanced
no hay moros en la costa
the coast is clear
Pronunciation: no ái MÓ-ros en la KÓS-ta
Meaning
Used to indicate that there is no danger or obstacle, and one can proceed freely.
Example
Revisa bien, y si no hay moros en la costa, podemos salir.
Check carefully, and if the coast is clear, we can leave.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice no hay moros en la costa out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a advanced-level Spanish expression.