Meaning of the word ayo in English

What does ayo mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ayo

US /ˈaɪ.oʊ/
UK /ˈaɪ.əʊ/

Exclamation

a casual greeting or an expression used to get someone's attention, often used in informal contexts

Example:
Ayo, what's up, man?
Ayo, listen to this new track!