What is Interjection and What Types of Interjection?

 

What is Interjection?

An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses exclamations, reactions, or abrupt, strong emotions. It is a portion of speech that is frequently employed in informal writing or spoken language to express a variety of emotions or attitudes, including surprise, delight, wrath, pain, excitement, or relief. Interjections are frequently single words or brief phrases placed into a sentence to emphasize a point or express the speaker's mood.

What Types of Interjection?

Here are some common types of interjections:

Joy/Excitement: These interjections convey happiness or enthusiasm.

Wow! That's amazing!

Yay! We won the game!

Hooray! It's my birthday!

Surprise/Shock: These interjections express astonishment or disbelief.

Oh! I can't believe it!

Wow! That's unexpected!

Whoa! Look at that!

Pain/Displeasure: These interjections show discomfort, annoyance, or frustration.

Ouch! That hurt!

Ugh! I'm so tired of waiting.

Argh! I can't find my keys.

Greeting: These interjections are used to greet or get someone's attention.

Hey! How are you doing?

Hello! Nice to meet you.

Hi! Can I ask you a question?

Agreement/Affirmation: These interjections show consent or approval.

Yes! I agree with you.

Absolutely! That's a great idea.

Sure! I can help you with that.

Disagreement/Denial: These interjections express disagreement or refusal.

No way! I can't accept that.

Nah! I don't think so.

Uh-uh! I don't agree with you.

Attention/Calling: These interjections are used to grab someone's attention.

Psst! Look over here.

Hey! Listen to what I'm saying.

Excuse me! Can I have a moment?

Sorrow/Regret: These interjections show sadness or disappointment.

Alas! We lost the match.

Oh no! I forgot my wallet.

Aww! That's so sad.