Ayo (en. Tutor)

/a.ʝo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Interjection used to grab attention.
Ayo, come here for a moment.
Ayo, ven aquí un momento.
Expression that can denote surprise or disbelief.
Ayo! I can't believe you won.
¡Ayo! No puedo creer que hayas ganado.
Word used in contexts of fun or partying.
We were at the party and everyone shouted, 'Ayo!' when the DJ arrived.
Estábamos en la fiesta y todos gritaron, '¡Ayo!' cuando llegó el DJ.

Etymology

The term 'ayo' comes from urban slang, widespread among young people in various Spanish-speaking regions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Ayo, how's it going?
An informal way of asking how someone is.
Ayo, ¿qué tal?
Ayo, look at that
Used to draw attention to something specific.
Ayo, mira eso
Ayo, let's go over there
An invitation to move to a place.
Ayo, vamos allá

Related Words

attention
Focus or interest in something or someone.
atención
surprise
Feeling of amazement or wonder.
sorpresa
party
Social gathering for celebration.
fiesta

Slang Meanings

Way of greeting friends.
Ayo, bro! How have you been?
¡Ayo, hermano! ¿Cómo has estado?
Expression of enthusiasm or excitement.
Ayo, that song is amazing!
Ayo, esa canción está increíble!