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attagirl

A-tuh-gurl
intj
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An informal exclamation of praise or encouragement, typically said to a girl, woman, or female animal.
""Attagirl!" she cheered as her daughter crossed the finish line."

How to Use Attagirl

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual cheer of approval aimed at a female — the counterpart of "attaboy."

When to use it

Very informal, spoken almost exclusively.

Word Forms

attagirls plural

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"_____!" she cheered as her daughter crossed the finish line.

Etymology

A slurred pronunciation of "that's the girl!"

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