I’ve heard it explained that “hey” used to be more of an urgent way to get someone’s attention, rather than a casual “hello” like it is now, so it sounded rude to some older folks.

  • aulin@lemmy.worldEnglish
    6·
    10 months ago

    I’ve heard it explained that “hey” used to be more of an urgent way to get someone’s attention

    Used to?! O_O

    • droans@lemmy.worldEnglish
      5·
      10 months ago

      Still does, but depends on the emphasis

      “Hey aulin!” = Hello

      “Hey!/Hey, aulin!” = Getting your attention