yay
Translation
yay, hooray
Examples
Yay! We won the game!
Yay! We won the game!
We're going to the beach? Yay!
We're going to the beach? Yay!
Grammar Patterns
Yay! used to express joy or excitement Yay! We won the game!
Similar Words
Synonyms: hooray, hurrah, woo-hoo; Antonyms: boo, aww
Etymology
Onomatopoeic, imitating a cry of triumph or joy. Possibly a variant of 'yea'.
Memory Tips
It sounds like a happy shout. Imagine shouting 'YAY!' with your arms in the air.