# hooray

/hʊˈɹeɪ/ (US) · /hˈɔːɹeɪ/ (UK) · CEFR A1 · Interjection

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/hooray
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

a word you shout to show you are very happy or excited about something. It is a way to celebrate a success or good news.

For teachers: an exclamation used to express joy, approval, or triumph. Often used as a collective cheer during celebrations.

## Examples

- Hooray, we finally finished the project!
- The children shouted hooray when the teacher announced that the field trip was officially happening.
- A collective cry of hooray erupted from the crowd as the rescue team finally emerged from the tunnel with everyone safe.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used as a standalone exclamation or at the beginning of a sentence to set a celebratory tone.

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