- Main Meanings
- "Hwy" is slang for "Hey" used to greet someone
- It can mean "How were you?" in the past tense
- Sometimes used as a misspelling for "why"
- Usage Contexts
- Common among millennials and Gen Z on social media
- Used as a shorthand for highway directions
- Found on road signage to save space
- Often used in text messages to start conversations
- Practical Applications
- Helps avoid typos in text messages
- Useful for quick directions on paper
- Can be used to check in with loved ones
- Helps maintain clear communication in text conversations