ewa
hey; yo; listen up (street slang)
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/ˈeː.ʋaː/
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Cultural Note
Ewa (also spelled 'ewa' or 'ewa') comes from Moroccan-Dutch street language and has spread into mainstream Dutch youth slang. It derives from Arabic and is used as a casual greeting or attention-getter. It reflects the multicultural influence on modern Dutch, particularly in cities like Amsterdam and Rotterdam.
📝 Example Sentences
Ewa, hoe gaat het?
Yo, how's it going?
Ewa, kom je nog of niet?
Hey, are you coming or not?
Ewa bro, lang niet gezien!
Yo bro, long time no see!