# ure

/ˈjuɹ/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Interjection

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/ure
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a short way to say 'you are'. It is a very informal way to address someone, often used in internet slang or when you are being playful.

For teachers: a clipped form of 'you are', used as a vocative or exclamatory particle. Highly informal and typically restricted to digital communication or casual speech.

## Examples

- Ure the best, bro.
- I just saw that you posted a photo of your cat, ure so lucky.
- While the phrase is common in private messaging apps, using 'ure' in a professional email would likely be perceived as unprofessional or disrespectful.

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