aha
Aha (intj) means an exclamation of sudden understanding, discovery, or realization. Example: “Aha! I finally found the missing file.”
How to Use Aha
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe classic sound of sudden realization — the "aha moment."
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_____! I finally found the missing file.
Etymology
From Middle English a ha, formed from "ah" plus "ha."
Rhymes for aha
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What does “aha” mean?
The word “aha” means an exclamation of sudden understanding, discovery, or realization. In plain terms, the classic sound of sudden realization — the "aha moment.".
How do you pronounce “aha”?
“Aha” is pronounced ah-hah ([ɑˈhɑ] in IPA).
How do you use “aha” in a sentence?
Here is “aha” used in a sentence: “Aha! I finally found the missing file.”
What part of speech is “aha”?
“Aha” is an intj.
Where does the word “aha” come from?
The word “aha” comes from Middle English. From Middle English a ha, formed from "ah" plus "ha.".
Is “aha” a common word?
“Aha” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “aha” have?
“Aha” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an exclamation of sudden understanding, discovery, or realization.
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