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Meaning of You guys
An informal way to refer to a group of people.
In simple words: a way to address a group of people, typically friends or peers.
You guys in a sentence
- Hey you guys, are we still on for dinner tonight?
- You guys did an amazing job on the project!
- What do you guys think about the movie?
- I saw you guys at the concert last week!
- Hey you guys, can I join you?
How to use You guys
Use 'you guys' in casual conversations but avoid in formal contexts. It's popular among friends but may sound disrespectful in highly formal settings.
Grammar pattern
you guys
Memory hint
Think of a group of friends chatting—'you guys' are all together!
Words related to You guys
Collocations with You guys
- Hey you guys
- you guys know
- you guys wanna
- alright you guys
Synonyms for You guys
- you all
- everyone
- you folks
- y'all
Common mistakes with You guys
- 'You guys' used in formal situations.
- Mixing 'you guys' with 'y'all' in regions where they are not culturally appropriate.
- Using 'you guys' to refer to a mixed-gender group can be seen as non-inclusive.
You guys appears in
12 Angry Men
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Friends
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Ted Lasso
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Breaking Bad
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Breaking Bad
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Breaking Bad
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Breaking Bad
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Breaking Bad
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Agents Of Shield
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Band Of Brothers
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Better Call Saul
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How I Met Your Mother
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Sherlock
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Stranger Things
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Succession
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The Pitt
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The Sopranos
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The Wire
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Top Gear
You guys in other languages
Frequently asked questions about "You guys"
What does "You guys" mean?
a way to address a group of people, typically friends or peers.
How do you use "You guys" in a sentence?
Hey you guys, are we still on for dinner tonight?
Can you give another example of "You guys"?
You guys did an amazing job on the project!
What are synonyms for "You guys"?
Common alternatives include you all, everyone, you folks, and y'all.
What is the opposite of "You guys"?
Opposite meanings include you all (formal), you alone, I, and we.
What words go with "You guys"?
It commonly pairs with Hey you guys, you guys know, you guys wanna, and alright you guys.
What are common mistakes when using "You guys"?
'You guys' used in formal situations. Mixing 'you guys' with 'y'all' in regions where they are not culturally appropriate. Using 'you guys' to refer to a mixed-gender group can be seen as non-inclusive.
How do you pronounce "You guys"?
US: //ju ɡaɪz//, UK: //jʊ ɡaɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is "You guys" formal or informal?
"You guys" is informal register, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use "You guys"?
Use 'you guys' in casual conversations but avoid in formal contexts. It's popular among friends but may sound disrespectful in highly formal settings.