güey
waynoun, interjection
Spanish & ChicanoDifficulty 1 of 3: Widely known
Definition
Dude, man, idiot — the default word Mexican California uses instead of “bro.” Tone decides whether it is affection or an insult.
In simple English: A very common way to say dude, or to call someone an idiot.
Examples
¿Qué onda, güey?What’s up, dude?
No seas güey, already paid the tab.Don’t be an idiot.
Usage notes
Often written wey or we. Soft among friends. Aimed at a stranger, it can start something.
At a glance
- Track
- Spanish & Chicano
- Region
- Statewide
- Part of speech
- noun, interjection