Wey Meaning in English
word
ˈweɪ
WAY
weɪ
way
Definition
In Mexican Spanish slang, 'wey' is an informal, friendly term used to refer to a friend, guy, or person, similar to 'dude' or 'bro' in English. It can be used jokingly or affectionately among peers.
Usage & Nuances
'Wey' is specific to Mexican Spanish and highly informal—never use it in formal situations. Also written as 'güey.' It can be endearing between friends or insulting depending on tone. Common in male groups, but also used by women among friends. Avoid with strangers or in professional contexts.
Spanish: wey (jerga mexicana) - güeyPortuguese (BR): wey (gíria mexicana) - cara (informal)Portuguese (PT): wey (gíria mexicana) - tipo (informal)Chinese (Simplified): wey（墨西哥俚語，表示“傢伙”或“兄弟”）Chinese (Traditional): wey（墨西哥俚語，表示“傢伙”或“兄弟”）Hindi: wey (मेक्सिकन स्लैंग) - दोस्त (अनौपचारिक)Arabic: wey (عامية مكسيكية) - يا رجل - صديقيBengali: বস - ভাইয়া (বন্ধু) - দোস্তRussian: чувак - бро - пареньJapanese: お前（友人同士で使うスラング）- 兄貴（カジュアル）Vietnamese: ông bạn - anh bạn - broKorean: 야, 친구 - 브로Turkish: kanka - dostumUrdu: یار - بھائی (دوست)Indonesian: bro - coy - sobat
Example Sentences
Hey wey, are you coming to the party?
basic
What's up, wey?
basic
Don't be rude, wey.
basic
Chill out, wey, it’s just a game.
natural
That exam was so hard, wey.
natural
You forgot your keys again, wey!
natural