Definition of interjection:
The interjection is that part of speech that shows the emotions. It has a sign of exclamation. Interjection has not any grammatical function in a sentence. It has no serious relationship with the other part of a sentence. In spoken English interjections are those words we instantly use to show emotions.
Some basic interjections are:
Wow!, Alas! , Ah! , What? , Yes! , Hurrah! , Hey!, Hmm!
Example:
- Hurrah! We have won the match.
- Alas! We have lost the match.
In all the above sentences, all the underlined words are interjections.
Some example sentences of interjections:
- Hurrah! We have won the match.
- Alas! I have failed the exam.
- Hey! How are you?
- Ah! The baby is so cute.
- Yes! I do it.
- Wow! That’s an amazing place.
- Oh! What a nice view.
- Hi! Good morning.
Types of interjection:
There are some main types of interjection.
- Interjection for greeting.
- Interjection for joy.
- Interjection for attention.
- Interjection for approval.
- Interjection for sorrow.
- Interjection for a surprise.
Interjection for greeting:
This type of interjection is used to show the emotion of warmth to the person.
Example:
- Hi! How are you?
- Hello! Good to see you.
- Hey! I am Ali.
In the above sentences, all the underlined words are interjections.
Interjection for joy:
This type of interjection shows the emotions of joy and happiness. It shows the happiness of the subject.
Example:
- Hurrah! We have won the match.
- Yes! I do it.
In the above sentences, all the underlined words are interjections of joy or happiness.
Interjection for attention:
This type of interjection is used for getting the attention of someone. It is used for attention
Example:
- Look! She is looking so beautiful.
- Listen! I am talking to you.
- Shih! Keep quiet.
In the above sentences, all the underlined words are interjections.
Interjection for approval:
This type of interjection is used in the sentence of approval. The interjection of approval shows the approval or appreciation of anything.
Example:
- Well done! You complete your job in time.
- Brilliant! You did an amazing job.
In the above sentences, all the underlined words are injections of approval.
Interjection for a surprise:
This type of interjection is used in the sentence of surprise. An interjection of surprise shows the strong emotion of surprise.
Example:
- What! Ali died.
- Ah! I get a thousand rupee note.
In the above sentences, all the underlined words are interjection of surprise.
Interjection of sorrow:
This type of interjection is used in the sentence of sorrow. An interjection of sorrow shows the strong emotion of sadness or sorrow.
Example:
- Alas! She broke her leg.
- Oops! It was my mistake.
In the above sentences, all the underlined words are interjection of sorrow.
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