Translation
hey (interjection)
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Word origin
An expressive interjection of imitative origin, in modern use reinforced by borrowing from English 'hey'. It is not derived from an earlier content word.
- Origin
- expressive
- Root
- hey
Examples
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Hey, wait for me, I will be there in two seconds.
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Hey, did you see what just happened.
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Hey, long time no see, how are you.
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Hey, wait for me near the entrance of the park.
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Hey, you forgot your bag on the table.
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hey: worksheet, infographic and listicle
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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 1: hey, génial, joli and 7 more words.