Definitions
(particle)
modal particle used at end of sentence for approval; affirmation
(interjection)
ah; oh (expressing surprise)
(interjection)
eh? (expressing doubt or requesting clarification)
(interjection)
ah; mm (expressing agreement or recognition)
(interjection)
huh?; eh? (expressing surprise or doubt)
About
The character "啊" is formed by combining the semantic radical "口", indicating its association with the mouth and vocal sounds, with the phonetic component "阿" to guide its pronunciation, resulting in a standard phono-semantic compound. Its primary function has always been to represent a common interjection in the language, used to convey emotional responses such as surprise, agreement, or sudden understanding. Over the centuries, while its written form has remained consistent, its usage expanded to include a role as a modal particle at the end of sentences, where it serves to soften statements or express tone without altering its core identity as a marker of vocal expression. The character's etymology and structure have directly informed its stable meaning, anchoring it firmly in the realm of spoken affect and interactive discourse.
Example Sentences Hide
你好啊朋友。
这是谁的书啊？
今天的天气真好啊！
如果你不来，我会失望啊。
他虽然累了，但还是坚持工作啊。
这个问题确实很难解决啊。
原来你早就知道了啊！
尽管遇到很多困难，我们还是要继续前进啊。