This is the 403rd most frequent Marathi word.
अय
The Marathi word "अय" is an exclamation used to call, address, or grab someone's attention, similar to "Hey" in English.
Here, 'अय' is used as an informal greeting or a way to get someone's attention.
अय मित्रा, तू कशा प्रकारे आहेस?
Hey friend, how are you doing?
In this instance, 'अय' expresses surprise or curiosity about the event being discussed.
अय, असे कसे घडले?
Oh, how did this happen?
Here, 'अय' is used to directly address someone, indicating that they are being spoken to or questioned.