Yea vs. Yeah
I'm pretty sure you use these two words a lot, don't you? Well, I think it's time you learn about their slight differences.
What Is Their Main Difference?
Both are ways to show your assent. However, 'yea' is mainly used in a vote, while, 'yeah' is the informal speech form of 'yes'.
Differences
'Yea' is mainly used for a vote, when 'yeah' is the informal, speech form of affirming something. Look at the examples below:
Let's go to a club and dance,
Similarities
They are both forms of showing one's agreement with something. Check out the examples below:
The crowd voted: 'yea'
Are They Interchangeable?
These two are not used interchangeably because 'yay' is mainly used for a vote, whereas, 'yeah' is used for daily affirmations. Compare:
✓ So, how about eating at a nice, fancy restaurant.
X So, how about eating at a nice, fancy restaurant.
As you can see, this example is incorrect.