אָוואַ

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Yiddish

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Etymology

Apparently from Ukrainian ов (ov).

Pronunciation

Interjection

אָוואַ (ova)

  1. (often used sarcastically) An indication of excitement, surprise, astonishment, or pleasure.
  2. (often used sarcastically) An expression of amazement, awe, or admiration.
    Synonyms: הו־האַ (hu-ha), אײַ־אײַ־אײַ (ay-ay-ay)

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