Oí (en. I heard)

/oi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
interjection
Expression used to catch someone's attention.
Oí! Did you hear me?
¡Oí! ¿Me escuchaste?
Word used to express surprise or distraction.
Oí, I didn't expect to see you here.
Oí, no esperaba verte aquí.
Interjection that indicates that attention is being paid.
Oí, what are you saying?
Oí, ¿qué estás diciendo?

Etymology

The word comes from colloquial Spanish and its use has become popular in various regions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Oí, friend!
A friendly way to get a friend's attention.
¡Oí, amigo!
Oí, wait a moment
Used to ask someone to wait.
Oí, espera un momento
Oí, what’s happening?
Question used to inquire about someone's situation.
Oí, ¿qué pasa?

Related Words

listen
Paying attention to what is being said.
escuchar
attention
The act of focusing on something.
atención
call
Making a sound or gesture to attract attention.
llamar

Slang Meanings

An informal way to say 'hello.'
Oí, how’s it going?
Oí, ¿qué tal?
Expression to show surprise.
Oí, I can't believe it.
Oí, no lo puedo creer.