- wa boo! (sound used to scare someone); ugh (dissatisfaction, aggravation); ulp (consternation)
Casual interjection used in everyday speech to startle someone, express sudden frustration, or show mild shock.
わっ、びっくりした！
Wa, bikkuri shita!
Boo, you startled me!
わっ、また間違えた。
Wa, mata machigaeta.
Ugh, I made a mistake again.
⚖️ Often confused with 'わあ' (wā), which expresses admiration or surprise rather than shock or annoyance.
Press the microphone and say: わっ
Ready to listen
💡 Use は or が to mark this word as the topic or subject of a sentence.
Found in a wide range of contexts. Useful for building reading and listening fluency.
Save personal notes for every word you study — memory hooks, your own sentences, grammar tips, and personal stories.
Synced to your account · Anki export · Accessible on every device
Create Free AccountReview Premium options
Create a free account to sync your level, streaks, and progress across all devices.
Already a member? Sign in →
Sign in or create a free account to keep your history.
Reset mastery for this word?
Review scheduling updates after each session.
Based on JLPT level, kanji complexity & word length.