ahchoo
Sudden allergic outburst
Ahchoo represents the sound of a sneeze, used in writing to indicate someone has sneezed: Ahchoo! She reached for a tissue.
Like other onomatopoeic words, spelling varies—achoo and atchoo are common alternatives.
The word functions as both an interjection and a noun: That was quite an ahchoo.
Borrowed German sneeze blessing
- sniffleNasal inhalation when congested
- nasalOf the nose
- nostrilNasal breathing aperture
- mucusProtective bodily secretion
phlegm · kerchief · tissue · droplets · spray · expel · inhalation · exhalation
Floral reproductive grains
- histamineAllergy-response compound
- antihistaminesDrugs blocking allergic responses
- hay feverAllergic rhinitis from pollen
- dust mitesMicroscopic skin-eating arachnids
pet dander · mold · allergen · allergist · rhinitis · immunotherapy · seasonal · allergic reaction
Fine settled particles
- pepperPungent dried berry spice
- smokeAirborne combustion byproduct
- perfumeFragrant liquid for wearing
- fumesAirborne chemical irritants
ammonia · chemicals · pollutants · dander · fragrance · spices · air freshener · incense
Not under conscious control
- autonomicSelf-regulating without awareness
- coughExplosive airway clearing
- gagMouth restraint or jest
- blinkRapid lid movement
startle · twitch · yawn · shiver · uncontrollable · spasm · reaction · triggered
Sneezing sound
- hachooSneeze sound spelled out
- exclamationForceful sudden utterance
- interjectionEmotional outcry word class
- cartoonAnimated or humorous illustration
gesundheit
Borrowed German sneeze blessing
mucus · phlegm · kerchief · tissue · droplets · spray · expel · inhalation · exhalation · contagious
pollen
Floral reproductive grains
- histamineAllergy-response compound
- antihistaminesDrugs blocking allergic responses
- hay feverAllergic rhinitis from pollen
dust mites · pet dander · mold · allergen · allergist · rhinitis · immunotherapy · seasonal · allergic reaction · ragweed
dust
Fine settled particles
fumes · ammonia · chemicals · pollutants · dander · fragrance · spices · air freshener · incense · tickle
involuntary
Not under conscious control
blink · startle · twitch · yawn · shiver · uncontrollable · spasm · reaction · triggered · sudden
atchoo
Sneezing sound
- hachooSneeze sound spelled out
- exclamationForceful sudden utterance
- interjectionEmotional outcry word class
cartoon · comic · sound effect