hurray Meaning & Definition
hu̇-ˈrā
What Does Hurray Mean?
As an interjection, hurray means used to express joy, approval, or encouragement. As a meaning, it means used to express joy, approval, or encouragement.
Word Facts for Hurray
| Part of speech | interjection, meaning |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /hu̇-ˈrā/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | glory, ha and hallelujah |
| Antonyms | alack, alas and aw |
| First known use | 1686 |
Hurray Definition (Interjection)
- —used to express joy, approval, or encouragement
Hurray as a Meaning
- —used to express joy, approval, or encouragement
Synonyms of Hurray
Hurray synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Hurray
Hurray in a Sentence
Hooray! he cried when he heard that his team had won
Word Forms & Grammar
hooray
hoorays
hurrah
hurrahs
hurray
hurrays
hurray (third-person singular simple present hurrays, present participle hurraying, simple past and past participle hurrayed)
Words That Rhyme With Hurray
Origin of Hurray
perhaps from German hurra
First Known Use
1686
Pronouncing Hurray
You say hurray as /hu̇-ˈrā/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (rā).
Frequently Asked Questions About Hurray
Is hurray an interjection or a meaning?
Hurray is mainly used as an interjection, but it can also be used as a meaning.
What is another word for hurray?
You can replace hurray with words such as glory, ha and hallelujah. See the full list of hurray synonyms and antonyms.