Expression USED Very frequently BY Young People
It's used usually to greet someone on a friendly, casual, carefree way. For all practical purposes it means "hey, there". It's used specially among young people but some adults use this as well. This expression may not be used in a serious formal conversation, because it could be considered rude or cheeky.
Note: It could be used when someone is angry.
"Qué pedo?! Cómo estás?" "Bien, aquí trabajando."
"Hey there! How are you?" "I'm fine, just working."
Submitted August 2020 by arz18