Interjections

interjections

An interjection is a word or phrase that is grammatically independent from the words around it, and mainly expresses feeling rather than meaning.

Ah! - Expressing surprise or astonishment.Example: Ah! I can't believe I won the lottery! Aha! - Expressing sudden realization or understanding. Example: Aha! I've finally figured out the answer to the riddle. Alas! - Expressing sadness or regret. Example: Alas, the old man died peacefully in his sleep. Ahem! - Used to attract attention or clear one's throat. Example: Ahem! Excuse me, could you please pass the salt? Bravo! - Expressing praise or admiration. Example: Bravo! The pianist gave a stunning performance.

Cheers! - Expressing good wishes or congratulations. Example: Cheers to the newlyweds! Drat! - Expressing mild annoyance or frustration. Example: Drat! I forgot my keys again. Eureka! - Expressing triumph or discovery. Example: Eureka! I've found the lost treasure! Fiddlesticks! - Expressing mild surprise or exasperation. Example: Fiddlesticks! The car won't start. Goodness! - Expressing surprise or astonishment. Example: Goodness! That was a close call!

Oh! - Expressing a variety of emotions, such as surprise, sadness, or joy. Example: Oh, no! I've broken my favorite cup. Ouch! - Expressing pain. Example: Ouch! I just stubbed my toe. Phew! - Expressing relief. Example: Phew! That was a close one. Psst! - Used to attract someone's attention secretly. Example: Psst! Hey, over here! Well! - Expressing surprise or interest. Example: Well, hello there! What a pleasant surprise.

Heavens! - Expressing surprise or distress. Example: Heavens! What a terrible storm! Hello! - Used as a greeting. Example: Hello there! How are you today? Hmm! - Expressing thoughtfulness or hesitation. Example: Hmm, let me think about that for a moment. Hurray! - Expressing joy or excitement. Example: Hurray! We won the championship! Lo! - Used to draw attention to something. Example: Lo! The castle appeared on the horizon.