Interjections
An interjection is a word which shows shock, surprise or amazement. The Hindi word for ‘interjection’ is विस्मयबोधक (vis-maya-bodhak). Here are some common interjections:
| Hindi Word | Transliteration (Pronunciation) | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| शाबाश | shaabaash | Congratulations! Well done! |
| वाह | vaah | Congratulations! Well done! |
| अरे | a-re | Oh! |
| हे राम | he raam | Oh Ram! Oh God! |
| हाय | haay | Alas! Woe! |
| बहुत अच्छा | bahut achchaa | Very good! |
More interjections can be found at the Interjections page on the Hindi Language blog.
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