Hooraying: meaning, definitions and examples
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hooraying
[ hʊˈrɛɪɪŋ ]
expressing joy
Hooraying is the act of expressing joy, excitement, or approval in a loud, celebratory manner. It often involves cheering or shouting 'hooray!' in response to something positive. This verb is commonly used in celebration contexts, such as parties, sports events, or achievements. It conveys a sense of enthusiasm and communal happiness among people.
Synonyms
applauding, celebrating, cheering, shouting
Examples of usage
- The crowd started hooraying when their team scored a goal.
- We were all hooraying at the news of her promotion.
- The children were hooraying at the birthday party.
Translations
Translations of the word "hooraying" in other languages:
🇵🇹 aplaudir
🇮🇳 उत्सव मनाना
🇩🇪 jubilieren
🇮🇩 bertepuk tangan
🇺🇦 аплодувати
🇵🇱 klaskać
🇯🇵 歓声を上げる
🇫🇷 applaudir
🇪🇸 aplaudir
🇹🇷 alkışlamak
🇰🇷 환호하다
🇸🇦 يصفق
🇨🇿 applaudovat
🇸🇰 tlieskať
🇨🇳 欢呼
🇸🇮 aplavzati
🇮🇸 lifa
🇰🇿 қол шапалақтау
🇬🇪 ხარება
🇦🇿 alqışlamaq
🇲🇽 aplaudir
Etymology
The word 'hooray' has its origins in the early 19th century and is believed to be a variant of 'hurrah' which is derived from the German 'hurra', used as an exclamation of joy or approval. 'Hooray' became popular as a celebratory chant, particularly in the context of victory or good news. As cheerleading, sports, and public celebrations became more popular, so did the use of 'hooray' and its variations in English-speaking cultures. The verb 'hooraying' likely evolved as a natural progression of this celebratory expression, enabling it to be used actively in sentences to describe the act of cheering or expressing joy.