This is the 8537th most frequent Dutch word.
hey
"Hey" in Dutch is an informal greeting, equivalent to "hi" or "hey" in English.
Here, 'hey' is used as a friendly greeting at the beginning of a conversation.
Hey, hoe gaat het?
Hey, how are you?
In this sentence, 'hey' serves as an exclamation expressing surprise or disapproval.
Hey, dat is niet toegestaan!
Hey, that is not allowed!
In this context, 'hey' is used as an interjection to attract attention towards an unexpected sighting.