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Véi / Véio
Literal meaning: "Old man (used affectionately)"
Dude / Old man (affectionate) (Brazil)
VAY
What does it mean?
Véi literally means old man but young Brazilians use it as a term of address meaning dude or friend. Very Rio de Janeiro flavored.
How to use it
Close friends and casual settings only. Not for professional situations.
Example sentences
No way, dude.
Não, véi.
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