What Is An Interjection? Definition and Example Sentences in English

What Is An Interjection? Definition and Example Sentences in English

What Is An Interjection Definition and Example Sentences in English



An interjection is a short exclamation that expresses emotion. An interjection is a part of speech that shows the emotion or feeling of the author.

Most important interjections list;

Aah: Exclamation of fear

Ahh: Realization or acceptance

Aww: Something sweet or cute

Uh: Indicates a pause / need for more time

Hmm: Thinking / Hesitating about something

Er: Not knowing what to say

Um: Pausing or being skeptical

Eww: Something disgusting

Hmph: To indicate displeasure

Oh: I see / I think



Oops: Making a mistake

Ouch: Exclamation of pain

Shh: An indication for silence

Yippee: Exclamation of celebration

Bingo: Acknowledge something as right

Eh: Question something

Uh oh: Showing dismay

Whew: Amazement and/or relief

Wow: Expressing surprise or admiration

Yay/Yaay: Congratulatory exclamation

Yeah: Variant of yes

Yikes: For fear or concern (not serious)


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