adverb

hea

heh

Hea (adverb) means a casual, dialectal way of saying "here" (chiefly Northern English/Scots usage). Example: “Come hea and look at this.”

adverb

A casual, dialectal way of saying "here" (chiefly Northern English/Scots usage).

"Come hea and look at this."

adjective

Informal slang for relaxed, undemanding, or requiring little effort — describing an easy job, class, or task.

"That module is so hea, I barely had to study."

Informal slang for a light workload or schedule.

"My timetable this semester is pretty hea."

How to use hea

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSlang for something easy or low-effort; also a dialect form of "here."

When to use it

Very informal slang, mostly used by students online; not standard written English.

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Etymology

As an adverb, a dialect variant of "here." The slang adjective sense arose separately among students as informal shorthand for "easy."

Rhymes for hea

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hea” mean?

The word “hea” means a casual, dialectal way of saying "here" (chiefly Northern English/Scots usage). In plain terms, slang for something easy or low-effort; also a dialect form of "here.".

How do you pronounce “hea”?

“Hea” is pronounced heh (/hɛ˧/ in IPA).

How do you use “hea” in a sentence?

Here is “hea” used in a sentence: “Come hea and look at this.”

What part of speech is “hea”?

Depending on how it is used, “hea” can be an adverb and an adjective.

How many meanings does “hea” have?

“Hea” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a casual, dialectal way of saying "here" (chiefly Northern English/Scots usage).