Howay

Howay

/həˈweɪ/
Noun Northern

Geordie exclamation meaning come on.

Etymology & History

British Geordie come on. Newcastle British exclamation. 'Howay man!' Geordie encouragement. Regional British urging. Reflects British Geordie linguistic identity.

Word Details

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Region
Geordie
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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