Ey (en. Hey)

/ei/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
interjection
Expresses attention or need for a response.
Ey, can you hear me?
Ey, ¿me escuchas?
Used to get someone's attention.
Ey, wait a moment.
Ey, espera un momento.
Indicates surprise or disbelief.
Ey, I can't believe you did that!
Ey, ¡no puedo creer que hicieras eso!

Etymology

It derives from the English form 'hey', used to get someone's attention.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ey, you
To get someone's specific attention.
ey, tú
ey, what's up?
To ask someone what is happening.
ey, ¿qué pasa?
ey, come here
Instruction for someone to approach.
ey, ven aquí

Related Words

hello
Informal greeting.
hola
hey
To get someone's attention.
oye

Slang Meanings

Expression used in informal settings.
When I arrived at the game, everyone shouted 'ey'.
Cuando llegué al partido, todos gritaron 'ey'.
A way to greet friends.
Ey, how have you been?
Ey, ¿cómo has estado?