How to Say "yo" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “yo” is “hey” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
InterjectionA1informal
very informal, slangy equivalent
Examples
¡Hey, mira eso!
Hey, look at that!
Hey, ¿cómo estás?
Hey, how are you?
¡Hey! ¡Cuidado con el coche!
Hey! Watch out for the car!
What's an Interjection?
An interjection is a short word or sound used to express a sudden feeling or to get attention. It stands on its own, often with exclamation marks, like '¡Hey!' or '¡Ay!'
Using 'Hey' in Formal Situations
Mistake: “Using '¡Hey!' to get the attention of a police officer, a professor, or an older person you don't know.”
Correction: In formal situations, use 'Disculpe' (Excuse me) or 'Perdón' (Pardon me). 'Hey' is strictly for friends and casual settings.
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