aha

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Pronunciations

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Definitions

  • interj. An exclamation signifying comprehension, illumination, surprise, hinting, delight, or triumph.

Example Sentences

  • Comprehension: “You don’t subtract, but multiply? AhA!” (NJY)

  • Illumination: “AhA! That’s why they called off the party!” (NJY)

  • Surprise: “The doctor was wrong? AHA!” (NJY)

  • Hinting: “Just ask her—and watch her expression. Aha!” (NJY)

  • Delight: “Ah-A! Then I win the bet!” (NJY)

  • Triumph: “AhA!” (“So now do you admit you’re wrong?”) (NJY)

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Languages of Origin

  • Yiddish

Etymology

  • אַהאַ aha

      • Who Uses This

      • Older: Jews who are middle-aged and older
      • Ashkenazim: Jews with Ashkenazi heritage

      Regions

      • North America

      Dictionaries

      • The New Joys of Yiddish, by Leo Rosten and Lawrence Bush (New York, 2003[1968]).

      Alternative Spellings

      ahah

Notes

  • “Pronounced with a note of sudden comprehension, pleasure, or triumph.” (NJY)

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