I’ve heard it explained that “hey” used to be more of an urgent way to get someone’s attention, rather than a casual “hello” like it is now, so it sounded rude to some older folks.

  • Agent641@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    11 months ago

    I fought in the hey/hay wars in my early childhood. Weost many good soldiers, but their sacrifice was not in vain.