Heehaw: meaning, definitions and examples

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heehaw

 

[ hiหhษ”ห ]

Interjection
Context #1 | Interjection

expression of joy

Heehaw is an expressive interjection commonly used to convey excitement or enthusiasm. It mimics the sound made by a donkey, often associated with fun or celebration. The term can be used in various informal settings, often among friends or during festive occasions. It reflects a lighthearted attitude and can add a playful tone to conversations.

Synonyms

hurray, woohoo, yay

Examples of usage

  • The kids cheered with a loud heehaw after winning the game.
  • As they crossed the finish line, he shouted heehaw to celebrate their victory.
  • She couldn't help but let out a heehaw when she saw her surprise party.
  • The crowd erupted in heehaw during the fireworks display.

Translations

Translations of the word "heehaw" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅ€ เคนเคพเค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช hihaw

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–-ะณะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ’ใƒผใƒ›ใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํžˆํ•˜์šฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ูŠ ู‡ูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ˜ปๅ“ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ะธ-ั…ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ˜-แƒฐแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hee-haw

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hee-haw

Etymology

The term 'heehaw' is an onomatopoeic expression that reflects the braying sound made by a donkey. This association comes from the way donkeys vocalize, which has been culturally represented in various forms of media. The use of 'heehaw' in English slang emerged from rural and Southern American vernacular, where the sound evokes a sense of playfulness or humor. Over time, it has transcended its literal meaning and has been embraced in more casual or festive contexts to express joy or excitement. Its usage has become popular in social gatherings, celebrations, and among younger generations, often used in a light and carefree manner.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,269, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.