ahhing

Vocally showing awe

Ahhing is the act of making the sound "ahh"—typically expressing wonder, satisfaction, or understanding.

It most often appears paired with oohing to describe a crowd's reaction to something impressive: The audience was oohing and ahhing at the fireworks.

Someone might also ahh in relief or dawning comprehension.

pleasure

ooh

Exclamation of wonder

  • mmmVerbal pleasure hum
  • blissPerfect, serene felicity
  • delightIntense pleasure or satisfaction

savor · indulge · enjoy · relish · luxuriate · pamper · treat · decadence · satisfaction · contentment

wonder

gasp

Sudden sharp breath

  • marvelAstonishing thing or feeling
  • amazementOverwhelming surprise and wonder
  • aweReverent fear and wonder

astonishment · behold · spectacle · fireworks · magic · dazzle · breathtaking · stunning · magnificent · revelation

relief

sigh

Audible emotional breath

unwind · ease · relax · breathe · decompress · settle · melt · loosen · comfort · cushion

medical

say

Speak words aloud

examination · tonsils · doctor · checkup · otoscope · swab · diagnosis · pediatrician · clinic · stethoscope

Opposites
vocal expression of admiration

ahhingbooing

Vocal expression of disapproval

hissing · jeering · groaning · silence · scoffing

emotional response intensity

ahhingbooing

Vocal expression of disapproval

shrugging · jeering · heckling · ignoring · dismissing

Family

ah, ahh, ahhed, ahing

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G