Hooray

usgb/hʊˈreɪ/
interjection

A cheer or shout used to express joy or approval.

We all shouted hooray when our team won.
Visual representation of "hooray" - A cheer or shout used to express joy or approval.

Usage tips

Informal

Hooray for us!,Three cheers and hooray!,Hooray at the party

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Celebration

Expressions of joy often increase excitement

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At the end of a parade, everyone yelled hooray.
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Group expression

Hooray can be more powerful when shouted in unison

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During the concert, the crowd collectively shouted hooray.
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Emphasis

Using hooray highlights the importance of the moment

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After the announcement, she exclaimed hooray loudly.
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