ơi
[ʔəːj˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(particle) vocative particle; oh, hey
Particle
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Mẹ ơi!
Ơi!Hey, Mom!
Hey!
Chú gì ơi!Hey, Uncle!
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “ơi” mean?
(particle) vocative particle; oh, hey
Is “ơi” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.