Hey

/heɪ/

interjection

Used to get attention, express surprise, enthusiasm, or disagreement.

Hey, listen! I have something to tell you.

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 3

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'hey' to catch someone's attention, especially if they seem distracted.

Hey, you've dropped your keys!

Pro Tip 2/3

'Hey' can show you disagree with something or find it unfair, often in a casual way.

Hey, that's not what we agreed on!

Pro Tip 3/3

Saying 'hey' can be a spontaneous reaction when something surprising happens.

Hey! You scared me!

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