Interjection: meaning, definitions and examples
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interjection
[ ˌɪn.təˈdʒek.ʃən ]
expressing emotion
A word or phrase expressing emotion or feeling, typically inserted into a sentence or conversation.
Examples of usage
- Wow, that was amazing!
- Ouch, that hurt!
- Hey, wait for me!
- Oh no, I forgot my keys!
- Oops, I dropped my phone.
grammar
A word or phrase that functions as an exclamation or part of an exclamation.
Examples of usage
- Wow, what a view!
- Hey, stop!
- Ouch, that's hot!
- Yikes, that was close!
- Wow, that's incredible!
Translations
Translations of the word "interjection" in other languages:
🇵🇹 interjeição
🇮🇳 उद्विन्यास
🇩🇪 Ausruf
🇮🇩 seruan
🇺🇦 вигук
🇵🇱 wykrzyknienie
🇯🇵 感嘆詞（かんたんし）
🇫🇷 interjection
🇪🇸 interjección
🇹🇷 ünlem
🇰🇷 감탄사
🇸🇦 تعجب
🇨🇿 zvolání
🇸🇰 zvolanie
🇨🇳 感叹词
🇸🇮 vzklik
🇮🇸 upphrópun
🇰🇿 лепірме
🇬🇪 ძახილი
🇦🇿 nida
🇲🇽 interjección
Etymology
The term 'interjection' originated from the Latin word 'interiectiō' which means 'throwing between'. Interjections have been used in language for centuries as a way to express emotions or reactions in a concise and immediate manner. They add color and emotion to speech, allowing speakers to convey their feelings effectively.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,994, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 27995 blitz
- 27996 abalone
- 27997 undeclared
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