interjection
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Booyah
/ˈbuːjɑː/ · interjection · slang
A triumphant shout of victory — boom, nailed it, in your face.
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Definitions
1
A celebratory exclamation of triumph or success.
“Aced the test. Booyah!”
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2
An expression of excitement when something goes exactly right.
“Found my keys right where I left them. Booyah.”
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3
A taunt thrown after beating someone.
“Game over, booyah!”
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Booyah In A Sentence
Booyah! That's a three-pointer at the buzzer.
I fixed the bug on the first try, booyah.
He slammed it down and yelled booyah at the crowd.
Origin & Usage
American slang popularized in the 90s by sportscaster Stuart Scott on ESPN's SportsCenter, used as an exuberant call after big plays.
People Also Ask
What does 'booyah' mean?
It's a triumphant exclamation of victory or success, like shouting 'boom, I did it!'
Who made 'booyah' famous?
ESPN anchor Stuart Scott popularized it on SportsCenter in the 90s as a catchphrase for big sports moments.
Is 'booyah' the same as 'booyakasha'?
They're related celebratory shouts, but 'booyakasha' was popularized separately by Sacha Baron Cohen's Ali G.
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