What type of people say oi?

"Oi" has been particularly associated with working class and Cockney

Cockney
The term "Cockney" has traditionally been used to describe a person from the East End, or born within earshot of Bow Bells, although it most commonly refers to the broad variety of English native to London.
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speech. It is effectively a local pronunciation of "hoy" (see H-dropping), an older expression. A study of the Cockney dialect in the 1950s found that whether it was being used to call attention or as a challenge depended on its tone and abruptness.

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What does it mean when someone calls you oi?

/ɔɪ/ (US hey) used as a not very polite way of getting someone's attention, especially when you are angry: Oi!

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Why do Australian people say oi?

"Aussie Aussie Aussie, Oi Oi Oi" is a cheer or chant often performed at Australian sport events. It is a variation of the Oggy Oggy Oggy chant used by both soccer and rugby union fans in Great Britain from the 1960s onwards. It is usually performed by a crowd uniting to support a sports team or athlete.

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Why do Asians say oi?

What does “Oi” mean in Japanese? It's like saying , “Hey!” in English but a lot more harsh way. Oi-おい. Well it's normally to get someone's attention most of the time, according to the dictionary.

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Is oi Aussie or British?

Oi /ɔɪ/ is an interjection used in various varieties of the English language, particularly Australian English, British English, Irish English, New Zealand English, and South African English, as well as non-English languages such as Chinese, Hindi/Urdu, Japanese, and Portuguese to get the attention of another person or ...

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The Variation Of The Word "Oi" in Australia

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Is oi disrespectful?

Meaning of oi in English

used as a not very polite way of getting someone's attention, especially when you are angry: Oi!

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What should I reply to oi?

' and usually follows after 'oi'. So when you meet someone, try greeting them with 'oi, tudo bem? '. The most common reply, independent on how you really are feeling, is 'tudo bem'.

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Why do British people say oi?

"Oi" has been particularly associated with working class and Cockney speech. It is effectively a local pronunciation of "hoy" (see H-dropping), an older expression. A study of the Cockney dialect in the 1950s found that whether it was being used to call attention or as a challenge depended on its tone and abruptness.

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Is it rude to say oi in Japan?

Oi – オイ – This is a highly informal way in the Japanese culture to get someone's attention. A lot like the English version of, “Hey!” – But even less polite.

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What does oi mean from a girl?

If a woman is not ovulating by herself then ovulation induction may be required.

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Is oi a greeting?

Used as a greeting or to attract someone's attention.

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How do Aussies say goodnight?

It's "good evening", or the non-time specific "g'day". Contributor's comments: I grew up in Brisbane, and have never, heard 'Goodnight' as a greeting.

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Why do Spanish people say oi?

“Oi” without accent it is an informal way of greeting/calling people in some central american countries. I've heard this usage of “Oi” in El Salvador, and Honduras. If “Oí” have accent in i, it means “heard” for first person, conjugated in past tense.

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Do Scottish people say oi?

Scottish people say: "Oi, ya bastart, gonnae watch where you're going?

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Do Russians say oi?

In Russian, "oi" ("ой") is often used as an expression of various degrees of surprise.

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Which country says oi the most?

"Oi" is a common way to say "hi" in Portuguese. Used especially frequently by many Brazilians.

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Is oi informal?

This is new! An informal greeting, similar to hi.

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Is texting hey you flirting?

“Hey you” is often a playful greeting.

If the guy is your friend, your crush, or someone you've been chatting with on a dating app, there's a good chance he's flirting with you—or at least being friendly. If you're pretty sure he's flirting and you want to return the sentiment, shoot back a message with a similar tone.

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Is Hey the same as oi?

“Oi” is not a synonym for “hey”. “Oi” is used to signal that a discussion that neither of you is going to find pleasant is about to take place and in less refined environments there is a very good chance of a punch-up following.

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Do Australians say G Day?

It surely sounds strange to those who are familiar with American or British English, but it is a very common expression in Australia. G'day is a shortened form of 'Good Day' and it is the equivalent of 'Hello.

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Do Australians say aye?

There are a few things you will notice straightway when you talk to Australians (or Aussies for short). First, they tend to add the word “aye” to many sentences – but don't worry about that, it doesn't really mean anything. Secondly, they LOVE to use slang. Lots and lots of slang.

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What is the most Aussie word?

Ta, bogan, brekkie and more popular Australian slang terms you heard before
  • ta – thank you. ...
  • sheila – woman or female. ...
  • bloke – man or guy. ...
  • bogan – an uncultured or unsophisticated person. ...
  • brekkie – breakfast. ...
  • barbie – barbecue. ...
  • mate – friend. ...
  • crikey!

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