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    Wey (en. Dude)

    wei

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Informal term used to refer to a person, usually in a familiar or friendly context.
    What's up, dude? How have you been?
    ¿Qué onda, wey? ¿Cómo has estado?
    Expression used among friends to get someone's attention.
    Dude! Come here for a moment.
    ¡Wey! Ven aquí un momento.

    Etymology

    The term comes from colloquial use in Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries, derived from 'güey'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    What's up, dude?
    A way to ask how someone is or what's happening.
    ¿Qué pedo, wey?
    No way, dude
    Expression of surprise or disbelief.
    No mames, wey
    Calm down, dude
    Indicates that someone should calm down or relax.
    Cálmate, wey

    Related Words

    güey
    Similar term, used in the same context.
    güey
    bro
    Close friend, used in a friendly context.
    carnal
    mate
    Abbreviation of 'compadre', also used to refer to a friend.
    compa

    Slang Meanings

    Friend or buddy.
    That dude has been my friend since childhood.
    Ese wey es mi amigo desde la infancia.
    A person, sometimes with a derogatory touch.
    Don't be a fool and help me with this.
    No seas wey y ayúdame con esto.