What is the correct pronunciation for 'hooray'?

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The discussion centers around the pronunciation of "hooray," with a preference for the "oo" sound rather than "h'ray." Participants express joy associated with the word, linking it to feelings of happiness and childhood memories. The conversation highlights the playful nature of the word, with mentions of singing and celebrating, particularly in the context of a child's innocent expression of joy. Variations like "huzzah" and "hoorah" are also discussed, with some noting that "hooray" rhymes better with familiar songs, making it more appealing for children. Overall, the thread captures a lighthearted celebration of the word and its joyful connotations.
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How do you pronounce "hooray"

is a word I like. Pronounce it with an oo sound, not like "h'ray." Leap barefoot for joy in the grass. Say it when you have discovered a tiny splash of color on an issue that is otherwise bad.
 
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I like the word "Wheee!"

It brings all sorts of childhood fun to mind. You can say it if you feel like you're falling in a mad rush of pure enjoyment.
 
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BicycleTree said:
is a word I like. Pronounce it with an oo sound, not like "h'ray." Leap barefoot for joy in the grass. Say it when you have discovered a tiny splash of color on an issue that is otherwise bad.

Oh well, feel free to pronounce teh word :biggrin:. I am sure in a few weeks, my tests will get mark As or A- 's :biggrin:
 
Hooray!Hooray![/color]
 
Huzzah is better.
 
"If you're happy and you know it, say 'Hooray!'" :biggrin: My friends' 21-month old daughter was singing that on the 4th. Well, we sang, "If you're happy and you know it, say..." and she finished with "Hooray!" and raised her fisted hands in the air to cheer. It was incredibly adorable. She dances to "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" too, and can sing a little of it; enough that I could tell that's what she was singing anyway. :approve:
 
i prefer, Hoorah... also with an 'oo' sound...
 
I pronounce it YEE-HAAAWWW!
 
Gale17 said:
i prefer, Hoorah... also with an 'oo' sound...
Well, yeah, but then it doesn't rhyme with "say" and the song sounds funny. Besides, 21 month olds are cuter saying "HooRAY" than "HooRAH." :biggrin:
 
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Moonbear said:
Well, yeah, but then it doesn't rhyme with "say" and the song sounds funny. Besides, 21 month olds are cuter saying "HooRAY" than "HooRAH." :biggrin:
A 21 month old saying huzzah might be pretty cute though.
 
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TheStatutoryApe said:
A 21 month old saying huzzah might be pretty cute though.
Not sure Z's are all that easily pronounced yet at that age. It would be cute if she could pronounce it though. It would probably sound more like "h'sah."
 
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I like to use the word "paneity" at every opportunity.
 
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What is it R. Lee Ermey says on Mail Call?
 
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Hooyah or Hooah
 
  • #15
Yeah, Hooah! I like that.
 
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yippy skippy!
 

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