欸 (ǎi) — (interjection) hey! (used to draw attention)

Definition

欸 (ǎi) is a casual interjection to call attention, like "hey!" in spoken Chinese. It is only used in direct address to get someone's notice, not as a sentence-initial filler.

interjection

hey! (used to draw attention)

Examples

欸，！
ǎi, Nǐ děng yí xià!
Hey, wait a moment!
欸，。
ǎi, Nǐ de dōng xī diào le.
Hey, you dropped something.
欸，！
ǎi, Bié zǒu nà me kuài!
Hey, don't walk so fast!

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