Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

aha

[ɑˈhɑ]

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.56 in modern English

Syllables
aha
IPA
[ɑˈhɑ]
6
Scrabble Score
3
Letters
2
Syllables
2
Unique Chars

Meaning

intj

An exclamation of understanding, realization, invention, or recognition.

intj

An exclamation of surprise, exaltation, or contempt.

noun

Initialism of alpha-hydroxy acid.

Countable; Uncountable

noun

Initialism of Agricultural Holdings Act tenancy.

Countable

name

Initialism of American Heart Association: an American non-profit organization focusing on cardiovascular medical research, education and care.

Uncountable

name

Initialism of Agricultural Holdings Act.

Countable

Example Sentences

Etymology

From Middle English a ha, aha, natural expression. Equivalent to ah + ha!.

Origin

Word Breakdown

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: [ɑˈhɑ]
  • British English: /ɑːhɑː/

Usage

Inflected Forms

a-ha (alternative) ah-ha (alternative) AHAs (plural)

Phrases

aha effect aha experience aha moment

Frequently Paired Words

ah ha eureka

Rhymes With

la ya ma ah ha da raw pa na nah sa ha-ha

Questions

How do you pronounce aha?
The recorded pronunciation is [ɑˈhɑ].
What does aha mean?
An exclamation of understanding, realization, invention, or recognition.
Where does aha come from?
It is traced to Middle English.

How to pronounce aha

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