📖 Interjection
Learn what interjections are, their kinds, types, rules and real sentence examples.
✨ What is an Interjection?
An interjection is a word or short expression used to express a sudden feeling, emotion, reaction or response. It can show emotions such as joy, surprise, sadness, pain, anger, excitement, approval or greeting.
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Interjections of joy express happiness, pleasure, excitement or delight.
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Interjections of surprise express sudden amazement, shock or unexpected feelings.
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Interjections of sorrow express sadness, grief, disappointment or regret.
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Interjections of pain express sudden physical or emotional pain.
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Interjections of anger express irritation, frustration, annoyance or strong displeasure.
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Interjections of approval express praise, agreement, encouragement or appreciation.
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Interjections of disapproval express dislike, criticism or dissatisfaction.
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Interjections of greeting are used to welcome or greet someone.
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Interjections of attention are used to attract someone’s attention or make someone notice something.
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Interjections of calling are used to call someone, get their attention or address them directly.
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Exclamatory interjections express strong or sudden emotion. They are often followed by an exclamation mark.
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📌 Rule 1: Exclamation Mark
A strong interjection is often followed by an exclamation mark.
📌 Rule 2: Comma for Mild Emotion
When an interjection expresses a mild feeling, a comma can be used instead of an exclamation mark.
📌 Rule 3: Interjections Can Stand Alone
An interjection can form a complete short expression by itself.
📌 Rule 4: Position in a Sentence
Interjections can appear at the beginning, middle or end of a sentence depending on the speaker’s intended expression.