hey
An exclamation used to get someone's attention or address them.
EXAMPLE
Hey, kannst du mir kurz helfen?
Hey, can you help me for a moment?
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Meanings
hey
An informal greeting used when saying hello.
EXAMPLE
Hey, lange nicht gesehen!
Hey, long time no see!
hey
An exclamation expressing protest, surprise, or displeasure.
EXAMPLE
Hey, das ist mein Platz!
Hey, that's my seat!
Usage tips
Informal language
'Hey' is mainly used in spoken and informal language. It is also frequently used in messages and chats.
EXAMPLE
Hey, bist du schon unterwegs?
Hey, are you on your way yet?
Getting someone's attention
When 'hey' is used to get someone's attention, it often appears at the beginning of the sentence and is separated from the rest of the sentence by a comma. It can also stand alone as a short call.
EXAMPLE
Hey, warte bitte kurz auf mich.
Hey, please wait for me a moment.
Emphatic reaction
When expressing protest, surprise, or displeasure, 'hey' is usually emphasized. The context and tone of voice show which reaction is meant.
EXAMPLE
Hey, warum hast du einfach meine Tasche genommen?
Hey, why did you just take my bag?
In real life
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