Translation of Czech word "hej" to English
hej
/ɦɛj/
Meaning
interjectionAn informal interjection used to greet someone or attract their attention.
How to use
The interjection 'hej' is used to signal the start of a choreographic figure in dance, and is typically followed by the dancers' movements. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
hey
Example
Ahoj, jak se máš?
Hey, how are you?
Hej, jdeme.
Hey, let's go.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Czech word "hej" mean?▼
The Czech word "hej" means "hey" in English.
How do you pronounce the Czech word "hej"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ahoj, jak se máš?" (which translates as "Hey, how are you?").
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