Exclamación (en. Exclamation)

/eks.klamaˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A sentence or phrase that expresses surprise, joy, anger, or another emotion.
What a surprise, an exclamation of joy came out of her mouth!
¡Qué sorpresa, una exclamación de alegría salió de su boca!
The way to express an idea or feeling intensely.
Exclamations are common in emotive speeches.
Las exclamaciones son comunes en discursos emotivos.
Marked by the use of exclamation marks.
She always ends her messages with an exclamation.
Siempre termina sus mensajes con una exclamación.

Etymology

From Latin 'exclamatio', meaning the action of exclaiming.

Common Phrases and Expressions

What a surprise!
Use of the exclamation to express astonishment.
¡Qué sorpresa!
Wow!
Expression of admiration or astonishment in an exclamatory way.
¡Vaya!
It's incredible!
Expresses wonder or disbelief in an exclamatory manner.
¡Es increíble!

Related Words

to shout
Production of an intense and elevated sound.
gritar
to exclaim
To say something loudly with emphasis.
exclamar
clamor
Noise or shout collectively, usually from many people.
clamor

Slang Meanings

Exclamation of surprise!
Exclamation! I didn't expect to see you here.
¡Exclamación! No esperaba verte aquí.
Exaggerated expression of emotion.
She always uses an exclamation for everything.
Siempre usa una exclamación para todo.