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booyah
What does booyah mean?
A celebratory exclamation of triumph or success.
"Aced the test. Booyah!"
Origin
American slang popularized in the 90s by sportscaster Stuart Scott on ESPN's SportsCenter, used as an exuberant call after big plays.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'booyah' mean?
It's a triumphant exclamation of victory or success, like shouting 'boom, I did it!'
Who made 'booyah' famous?
ESPN anchor Stuart Scott popularized it on SportsCenter in the 90s as a catchphrase for big sports moments.
Is 'booyah' the same as 'booyakasha'?
They're related celebratory shouts, but 'booyakasha' was popularized separately by Sacha Baron Cohen's Ali G.
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