hooray

Everyday

1. Hooray is a word you shout when you are very happy or excited, or to cheer for someone. tree →
2. (UK, informal) A «Hooray Henry» is a loud, rich young man who shows off, said in a mocking way. tree →

In the lessons

Used in stories, birthday parties, sports and celebrations. «Hip hip hooray!» is a group cheer. Phrases: «hip hip hooray», «shout hooray», «hooray for …».

Examples

• Hooray, it's snowing! tree →
• Hip hip hooray! tree →
• Hooray for the winning team! tree →
• We shouted hooray when the bell rang for the holidays. tree →
• Hooray, I found my lost key! tree →
• The crowd cheered hooray as the runners finished. tree →
• Hooray, no homework tonight! tree →
• (UK, informal) A bunch of Hooray Henrys were shouting outside. tree →

Note

Hooray, hurray and hurrah all mean the same. Usually followed by an exclamation mark. It is not used in formal writing except in quoted speech.