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Finnish
Etymology
Extension of jaa; compare jaa-a.
Pronunciation
Interjection
jaaha (informal)
- well, uh-huh, oh
Usage notes
Common uses:
- something is different or turns out to be different than you think (mild surprise)
- Jaaha, niin kai sitten. ― Oh, I guess that is how it is then.
- expressing exasperation
- Jaaha, taas mennään. ― Oh no, here we go again.
- bringing up a new topic, especially to confront someone
- Jaaha, menit sitten niin tekemään. ― Well then, you went and did that.
- wanting to somewhat dismiss something someone has said
- "Sinun pitäisi syödä vähemmän." "Jaaha." ― "You should eat less." "Uh-huh."
All uses, especially the last two, can be emphasized with jaahas.
Further reading
Ingrian
Etymology
Extension of ja (“yes”). Akin to Finnish jaaha.
Pronunciation
Interjection
jaaha
- uh-huh, yup
References
- Ruben E. Nirvi (1971) Inkeroismurteiden Sanakirja, Helsinki: Suomalais-Ugrilainen Seura, page 104