Definitions

  • interj. An expression of surprise; really?; seriously?

  • interj. An expression of sincerity or agreement; truly; really; seriously.

Example Sentences

  • "You really managed to get out in time? Ashkara?" (source)

  • "I'm making aliyah next year" "Wow, ashkara?"

Languages of Origin

  • Aramaic
  • Modern Hebrew

Etymology

  • MH אשקרה

    • Who Uses This

      • Israel: Diaspora Jews who feel connected to Israel and have spent time there

      Regions

      • North America

      Dictionaries

      • None

      Alternative Spellings

      ashkarah, aschkara

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