よ (Yo) is a Japanese particle meaning “hey, you, hey, hey”.

Meanings

  1. particlehey; youat sentence-end; indicates certainty, emphasis, contempt, request, warning, etc.
  2. particleheyafter a noun; used when calling out to someone
  3. particlehey; hold onin mid-sentence; used to catch one's breath or get someone's attention
  4. interjectionyo; hey

Examples

  • It is already eleven.

  • Take care of Mr. Tanaka for me!

  • You should definitely ask him out.

Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).