Definition
aahs
verb
- to exclaim 'aah' in response to surprise, delight, pain, or understanding
Usage: often used with 'and oohs' to describe excited reactions
noun
- plural of 'aah'; exclamations of surprise, pleasure, or realization
Usage: typically used in the phrase 'oohs and aahs'
Examples
- The audience aahs and oohs as the fireworks light up the sky.
- When the magician revealed the trick, the crowd let out aahs of amazement.
- She aahs in pain when touching the hot stove.
- The children aahs with delight when they see the birthday cake.
- Aahs of recognition came from the crowd when the celebrity appeared.
- He aahs softly as he understands the solution to the problem.