haiya

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Hokkien 害矣 (hāi--ah).

Pronunciation

  • (Malaysia) IPA(key): /ˌhaɪ̯˨ ˈjaː/
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Interjection

haiya

  1. (chiefly Malaysia) An exclamation of exasperation, said especially when a bad event occurs.
    Synonym: aiya
    Coordinate term: fuiyoh
    Don't put ketchup on steak, haiyaa!

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