Interjections

Surprise interjections register an unexpected event and they often come with widened eyes or a gasp. Use them when something catches you off guard.

Joy interjections celebrate good news or pleasant moments and they sound upbeat or relieved. Use them when you want to share happiness or approval.

Sadness interjections express disappointment, regret, or sympathy and they often sound soft or drawn out. Use them to show you feel sorry or let down.

Anger interjections vent frustration, annoyance, or outrage and they can be short and sharp or loud. Use them when you're upset or want to scold.

Doubt interjections signal uncertainty, skepticism, or hesitation and they often sound tentative. Use them when you're not sure or when something seems off.

Relief interjections show that a worry is over and they often come after a tense moment. Use them to signal that you're glad things turned out well.

Farewell interjections close conversations with warmth or haste depending on the situation. Use them to say goodbye in casual or slightly formal ways.

Attention interjections call notice to something important or warn others and they can be sharp or loud. Use them to grab focus or signal danger.

Interjections are quick emotional flashes like ¡madre mía!, ¡qué bien! or ¡uf! that make speech and writing feel immediate and natural. Learn a few for each feeling—surprise, joy, sadness, anger, doubt, relief, farewell and attention—and you'll sound more fluent and expressive.