noun

boyo

BOY-oh

Boyo (noun) means an informal, chiefly Welsh way of addressing a man or boy, often younger than the speaker. Example: “Come on then, boyo," he said with a grin.”

noun

An informal, chiefly Welsh way of addressing a man or boy, often younger than the speaker.

""Come on then, boyo," he said with a grin."

How to use boyo

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual, friendly (often Welsh) way to address a boy or young man.

When to use it

Very informal and regionally marked, mostly heard in Welsh or Irish English.

Word forms

boyos plural

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Etymology

From "boy" plus the informal suffix "-o," often used in casual forms of address.

Rhymes for boyo

yo ryo Pyo Mayo kayo toyo aiyo Yoyo Tokyo Chiyo daimyo embryo

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Frequently asked questions

What does “boyo” mean?

The word “boyo” means an informal, chiefly Welsh way of addressing a man or boy, often younger than the speaker. In plain terms, a casual, friendly (often Welsh) way to address a boy or young man.

How do you pronounce “boyo”?

“Boyo” is pronounced BOY-oh (/ˈbɔɪ.oʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “boyo” in a sentence?

Here is “boyo” used in a sentence: “"Come on then, boyo," he said with a grin.”

What part of speech is “boyo”?

“Boyo” is a noun.