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Voila: meaning, definitions and examples

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voila

 

[ vwah-lah ]

Interjection
Context #1 | Interjection

expression of success

Voila is a French term that expresses satisfaction or triumph upon presenting or revealing something. It is often used when showing results or completing a task, similar to saying 'there it is' or 'here it is' in English. The term can convey a sense of drama or excitement, often used in performances, cooking, or demonstrations. In casual conversations, it can also add emphasis to a successful outcome or revelation.

Synonyms

here it is, look, ta-da, there it is

Examples of usage

  • After hours of work, I finally found the solution. Voila!
  • I mixed all the ingredients, and voila, my cake is ready!
  • Iโ€™ve completed the project, and voila, itโ€™s perfect!
  • I painted the room, and voila, it looks brand new!

Translations

Translations of the word "voila" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aรญ estรก

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเฅ‡ เคฐเคนเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช da ist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ itu dia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพััŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ oto

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใปใ‚‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท voilร 

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aquรญ estรก

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iลŸte

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ฌ๊ธฐ ์žˆ์–ด์š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุง ู‡ูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tady je

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tu je

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็žง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tukaj je

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพarna er

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผาฑะฝะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒก แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ buyur

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aquรญ estรก

Etymology

The word 'voila' is borrowed from the French language and is derived from the combination of 'vois' (to see) and 'lร ' (there). It has been used in French since the 18th century and was often employed to command attention or to indicate the presence of something. Over time, 'voila' made its way into English vernacular, especially among speakers familiar with French culture or during interactions that involve demonstrations, such as cooking shows. Its use in English often adds a flair of sophistication or playfulness, as it encapsulates a moment of achievement or unveiling something remarkable. The word has transcended its original language to become a popular phrase among English speakers, embodying a sense of excitement and satisfaction in various situations.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,712, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.