General
howay
What does howay mean?
Come on / let's go, as encouragement or a call to follow.
"Howay, we'll miss the bus."
Origin
Geordie (Tyneside) dialect, an exhortation roughly equivalent to 'come on'. Sunderland's version is 'haway'. Closely tied to northeast football culture.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'howay' mean?
It's Geordie for 'come on' — used to hurry someone, encourage them, or express disbelief.
What's the difference between 'howay' and 'haway'?
Mostly geography — 'howay' is Newcastle, 'haway' is Sunderland, but they mean the same thing.
What does 'howay the lads' mean?
It's a Newcastle United chant meaning 'come on the lads' — a rallying cry for the team.
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