Ka (en. Ka)

/ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
An expression of surprise or impact.
Ka! I can't believe it.
¡Ka! No lo puedo creer.
A term used in some regions to refer to a series of things or situations.
There were a lot of people at the party.
En la fiesta había ka de gente.

Etymology

It may come from several indigenous languages or be an onomatopoeia.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ka of things
a large number of things
ka de cosas
ka as a reaction
expression of astonishment
ka como reacción

Related Words

surprise
reaction of astonishment or unease in response to an unexpected event
sorpresa
onomatopoeia
word that imitates the sound of what it describes
onomaotpeya

Slang Meanings

Youth expression to refer to something impressive.
That concert was incredible, everyone was amazed.
Ese concierto estuvo ka, todos quedaron asombrados.
Used as a filler among friends.
Wow, did you see that? It's amazing.
Ka, ¿viste eso? Es increíble.