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わっ
wa'
Description
「わっ」は、びっくりした時や人を驚かせる時に使う短い言葉です。
"わっ" is a short word used when surprised or to surprise someone.
うれしい時や大きな声を出す時にも「わっ」と言います。
"わっ" is also said when happy or shouting loudly.
Meanings
わっwa'
exclamation of surprise or shock
わっ、びっくりした！
Wow, that surprised me!
わっwa'
sound made to startle someone
後ろから「わっ」と驚かせた。
I startled him from behind with a 'Wow!'
わっwa'
cry of joy or excitement
わっ、すごい！やったね！
Wow, amazing! You did it!
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Notes
- Nuance
The small っ marks an abrupt, cut-off sound, giving a sudden burst rather than a drawn-out cry.
- Nuance
Very casual and spoken; common in manga and everyday reactions.
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