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哇哇
wāwā
Description
“哇哇”是一个声音词，常常用来说小孩子大声哭的声音。
"哇哇" is an onomatopoeia often used to describe the loud crying sound of a baby.
你也可以用它来表示很惊讶或者很高兴的声音。
You can also use it to express sounds of surprise or great happiness.
Meanings
哇哇wāwā
sound of loud crying (esp. a baby)
小孩子哇哇地哭了起来。
The child started crying loudly.
哇哇wāwā
exclamation of surprise or excitement: wow
哇哇，这里的风景真美！
Wow, the scenery here is really beautiful!
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Notes
- Etymology
reduplication of the onomatopoeic 哇, imitating a loud crying or shouting sound.
- Nuance
mostly used for babies' crying; the exclamation sense is more casual and spoken.
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