interjection

arf

Arf (interjection) means used to represent the sound of a dog barking. Example: “Arf, arf!" went the little terrier as the postman approached.”

interjection

Used to represent the sound of a dog barking.

""Arf, arf!" went the little terrier as the postman approached."

How to use arf

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA written imitation of a dog's bark, similar to "woof."

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"_____, arf!" went the little terrier as the postman approached.

An onomatopoeic word imitating a dog's bark.

bow-wow woof

doggy woof pooch

barf scarf dwarf wharf

What does “arf” mean?

The word “arf” means used to represent the sound of a dog barking. In plain terms, a written imitation of a dog's bark, similar to "woof.".

How do you use “arf” in a sentence?

Here is “arf” used in a sentence: “"Arf, arf!" went the little terrier as the postman approached.”

What is another word for “arf”?

Words with a similar meaning to “arf” include bow-wow and woof.

What part of speech is “arf”?

“Arf” is an interjection.

Vocabulary lists that include arf:

doggy woof pooch