It seems to be another way in which to say "Hey Brent!" though I cant be certain. What is the word he is using and what are its origins?
Harlan
San Francisco, CA
2006-09-13 12:34:32 · 11 answers · asked by HSB 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Television
The word is 'Oi'
Oi, is a British and Australian working class slang interjection used to get someone's attention, or to express surprise or disapproval.
2006-09-13 12:47:27 · answer #1 · answered by Lilac 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oi meaning Hey you.!
Used to get somebodies attention.
It is used in South Africa too. Goodness just assumed it was world wide expression.
2006-09-14 05:48:53 · answer #2 · answered by MissBehave 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oi! It's a bit like hey!
2006-09-14 09:23:04 · answer #3 · answered by Digger 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's an abreviation of the old navel term "Ahoy". It was used to catch the attention of crew members.
2006-09-13 19:44:54 · answer #4 · answered by stand@btinternet.com 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is used in that content. 'Oi' Harlan! I was unaware you didn't use 'OI' in the states!
2006-09-13 19:38:47 · answer #5 · answered by Giggle Sticks 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Office isn't funny.
2006-09-13 19:41:40 · answer #6 · answered by russoisdead 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is "Oi" and its slang. It means......hey you. It's origin is cockney.
2006-09-13 20:03:07 · answer #7 · answered by english_rose10 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's actually "Oi" and we use it ALL the time "Oi you, get the kettle on!" "Oi, are you listening?" et al...
2006-09-13 19:48:36 · answer #8 · answered by franja 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oi!, as in 'hey you!' unsure of origins.
2006-09-13 19:38:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
not to sure.
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2006-09-13 19:40:32 · answer #10 · answered by the knitter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋