Wai (en. Wai)
/wai/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Interjection used to express surprise or astonishment.
Wai! I can't believe what I'm seeing.
¡Wai! No puedo creer lo que estoy viendo.
It can also imply interest in something shocking.
Wai, that is really impressive.
Wai, eso es realmente impresionante.
Etymology
The word 'wai' comes from youth slang in certain Spanish-speaking regions.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Wai, how beautiful.
Expression of admiration for something attractive.
Wai, qué bonito.
Wai, that is surprising.
Reaction to unexpected news or events.
Wai, eso es sorprendente.
I can't believe it, wai.
Expression of disbelief in response to a claim.
No te lo puedo creer, wai.
Related Words
astonishment
Feeling of surprise or admiration.
asombro
surprise
Reaction to something unexpected.
sorpresa
interest
Attention or curiosity towards something.
interés
Slang Meanings
Colloquial expression among young people.
When I saw the sports car, I could only say 'wai'.
Cuando vi el auto deportivo, solo pude decir 'wai'.
Frequently used on social media to express emotion.
I saw the news, and everyone commented 'wai' in the thread.
Vi la noticia y todos comentaron 'wai' en el hilo.