General
why aye
What does why aye mean?
An emphatic yes; the same as 'wey aye'. Iconic Geordie affirmation.
"Why aye, man!"
Origin
'Why' plus 'aye'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'why aye' mean?
'Why aye' is an emphatic yes, an iconic Geordie way of saying 'well of course!'
Is 'why aye' the same as 'wey aye'?
Yes, 'wey aye' and 'whey aye' are alternate spellings of the same Geordie affirmation.
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