Ra-ra (en. Strange)
/ˌræˈræ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
exclamation of enthusiasm or support.
The audience began to cheer to encourage the team.
El público comenzó a hacer ra-ra para animar al equipo.
boisterousness or noisy uproar.
The cheering at the party caused discomfort to the neighbors.
El ra-ra en la fiesta causó molestias a los vecinos.
Etymology
The expression 'ra-ra' is used in contexts of support and enthusiasm, deriving from the repeated sound.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to cheer
To show enthusiasm or support for someone.
hacer ra-ra
ra-ra for the team
Expression of encouragement towards a group or team.
ra-ra para el equipo
ra-ra at the party
To create a lively atmosphere during a social event.
ra-ra en la fiesta
Related Words
applause
Sounds of approval produced by clapping hands.
aplausos
ovation
Noisy demonstration of approval, typically at the end of a performance.
ovación
enthusiasm
Feeling of great joy or interest.
entusiasmo
Slang Meanings
To be very excited about an event.
I was ecstatic when my team won.
Estaba en ra-ra cuando ganó su equipo.
To make a lot of noise for fun.
The party turned into a total ruckus with the loud music.
La fiesta se volvió un ra-ra total con la música alta.