Interjections
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What Are Interjections?
They are words or short phrases that shows strong feeling, reaction, or emotion (wow, ouch, hey, oh, no, yes). It often stands alone or is followed by a comma or exclamation mark.
Wow, that sunset is beautiful!
Ouch, I hurt my finger!
Hey, wait for me!
When Can We Use Them?
Friendly / Casual Settings
Used with friends, family, or in informal conversations.
Wow! – Surprise or amazement
Yay! – Joy or celebration
Oops! – A small mistake
Ugh! – Frustration or disgust
Ew! – Disgust
Aww! – Sympathy or affection
Yikes! – Alarm or concern
Phew! – Relief
Formal / Polite Reactions
Used in professional or polite settings (though rare, they do exist).
Oh, I see. – Mild surprise or realization
Indeed! – Agreement or emphasis (more old-fashioned or formal)
My word! – Surprise or shock (polite tone, British English)
Goodness! – Mild shock or surprise
Well! – Disbelief or transition into thought
Dramatic / Playful Expressions
Used in acting, storytelling, or exaggerated tones.
Alas! – Sadness or regret (old-fashioned or literary)
Aha! – Discovery or realization
Bravo! – Praise or applause
Voila! – Presentation or completion (French origin)
Ta-da! – Announcing something fun or complete
Sounds / Natural Noises
Used in comics, jokes, or storytelling.
Boom! – Explosion or dramatic impact
Bang! – Sudden noise
Zing! – A sharp or clever remark
Huh? – Confusion or questioning
Ahh! – Relief, surprise, or fear (depending on tone)