Translation of Turkish word "vay" to English
vay
/vaj/
Meaning
interjectionInterjection expressing surprise, admiration, or shock, equivalent to 'wow' or 'oh'.
How to use
Interjection of surprise. Doubling intensifies it — 'vay vay vay' carries irony or disbelief rather than simple astonishment.
🇬🇧 English
wow
Example
Vay canına! Bu harika bir sürpriz.
Wow! This is a wonderful surprise.
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- Vay canına! Bu harika bir sürpriz.— Wow! This is a wonderful surprise.
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What does the Turkish word "vay" mean?▼
The Turkish word "vay" means "wow" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Vay canına! Bu harika bir sürpriz." (which translates as "Wow! This is a wonderful surprise.").
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