guys
word · lemma: guy
/ˈɡaɪz/
GUYZ
/ɡˈaɪz/
GUYZ
Definition
A casual word used to refer to a group of people, usually friends or males, but often used informally for any group.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal and common in spoken English. Often used for mixed gender groups, not only males. Avoid in formal writing or formal situations. Can imply friendliness or casual tone.
Spanish: chicos - chicos (informal para grupo mixto)Portuguese (BR): pessoal - galera (informal para grupo)Portuguese (PT): rapazes - rapazes (informal para grupo misto)Chinese (Simplified): 伙计们 - 兄弟们 - 大家Chinese (Traditional): 夥計們 - 兄弟們 - 大家Hindi: लोग - दोस्तोArabic: يا شباب - يا رجال - يا جماعةBengali: বন্ধুরা - তোমরাRussian: ребятаJapanese: みんなVietnamese: mọi người - các bạnKorean: 여러분Turkish: arkadaşlarUrdu: دوستوIndonesian: teman-teman
Example Sentences
Hey guys, do you want to play soccer?
basic
Thanks, guys, for helping me clean the room.
basic
Guys, the movie starts at 7 PM.
basic
Hey guys, what’s the plan for tonight?
natural
I’ll text you later, guys!
natural
Don’t forget, guys, meeting starts soon!
natural