AYO

What Does AYO Mean in a Text?

AYO is a slang term which means "Hey You." It is used as a greeting, similar to "Hi" or "Hello."

"Hey You" is also abbreviated as EYO, HEYO, and HEYY.

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When I write AYO, I mean this:

meaning of AYO

"Hey You"

Summary of Key Points

"Hey You" is the most common definition for AYO on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
AYO
Definition:Hey You
Type:Slang Word (Jargon)
Guessability:guessability level 2
2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Example of AYO Used in a Text

AYO
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