Hurrah: meaning, definitions and examples
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hurrah
[ hสหrษห ]
expression of joy
Hurrah is an exclamation used to express joy, approval, or excitement. It is often shouted in celebration or triumph. The term conveys enthusiasm and can be used in various social contexts. Hurrah has been popularized in both spoken language and written works. It serves as a rallying cry in moments of victory or achievement.
Synonyms
bravo, cheers, hooray, hurray, yay.
Examples of usage
- Hurrah for the winning team!
- After hearing the good news, everyone shouted hurrah.
- The crowd cheered with a loud hurrah.
- Hurrah, we made it to the finish line!
- She raised her arms and yelled hurrah.
Translations
Translations of the word "hurrah" in other languages:
๐ต๐น viva
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเฅเคฐเฅเคฐเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Hurra
๐ฎ๐ฉ horee
๐บ๐ฆ ััะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ hurra
๐ฏ๐ต ไธๆญณ
๐ซ๐ท hourra
๐ช๐ธ hurra
๐น๐ท yaลasฤฑn
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง์ธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุฑุฑุง
๐จ๐ฟ hurรก
๐ธ๐ฐ hurรก
๐จ๐ณ ไธๅฒ
๐ธ๐ฎ hurra
๐ฎ๐ธ hรบrra
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ura
๐ฒ๐ฝ hurra
Etymology
The word 'hurrah' has its origins in the early 19th century and is believed to be derived from the Middle English word 'hurra,' which was an exclamation used for joy or encouragement. It is likely influenced by similar expressions from various languages that convey excitement and approval. The usage of 'hurrah' surged in popularity during celebrations, particularly in military contexts where it served as a battle cry or cheer. Over the years, 'hurrah' has become a staple in English-speaking societies, often associated with festivities, sports events, and other joyous occasions. Its phonetic structure makes it a short, punchy exclamation that perfectly captures the spirit of elation.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,738, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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