hooah
An all-purpose Army affirmative meaning yes, understood, or hell yeah.
Definitions
A spirited cry used chiefly in the Army that can mean almost anything positive — 'yes,' 'understood,' 'let's go,' or general enthusiasm. Its exact origin is disputed.
hooah In A Sentence
Origin & Usage
US Army/Air Force Security Forces; origins unknown, variously claimed as the grunt made on a parachute landing or a backronym for 'Heard, Understood and Acknowledged.'
People Also Ask
What does 'hooah' mean?
It's an all-purpose Army shout of agreement or motivation — it can mean 'yes,' 'understood,' 'let's go,' or just general enthusiasm, depending on context.
Which branch says 'hooah'?
It's used chiefly in the US Army (and Air Force Security Forces). The Marines' version is 'oorah' and the Navy/SEAL version is 'hooyah.'
Where does 'hooah' come from?
Its exact origin is disputed. It's variously claimed to be the grunt made on a parachute landing or a backronym for 'Heard, Understood and Acknowledged.'
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