General
aye
What does aye mean?
Yes. Also means 'always' in some phrases. 'Aye, right' sarcastically means the opposite.
"Aye, I'll be there at seven."
Origin
Scots and dialectal English 'aye' (yes), of uncertain 16th-century origin.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'aye' mean?
It mainly means 'yes', and in some phrases it means 'always'. 'Aye, right' is sarcastic and means the opposite.
What does 'aye, right' mean?
Said sarcastically, 'aye, right' actually means 'no way' or 'I don't believe you'.
Where does 'aye' come from?
It's a Scots and dialectal English word for 'yes' of uncertain 16th-century origin.
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