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Anonymous Posted 14 years ago
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yeah or yay?

hi! Is yay the new graph for yeah? Is there a difference between these 2 writings? thank you.
  

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Hi, I haven' encountered that, but it's possible. Such slang comes (and goes) rapidly. Sounds more like a cheer to me (ie hurray).

— Clive

  • Hi, I haven' encountered that, but it's possible.
  • Such slang comes (and goes) rapidly.
  • Sounds more like a cheer to me (ie hurray).
  • Clive
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Hi,

I haven' encountered that, but it's possible. Such slang comes (and goes) rapidly.

Sounds more like a cheer to me (ie hurray).

Clive
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CliveSounds more like a cheer to me (ie hurray).
Yes, "yay" is similar to "hurray", but I'd say more informal.

It can also be an expression of approval, meaning "yes", as in "yay or nay?" (yes or no?).
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Hi,

"yay or nay" This is spelled 'yea or nay'.

Clive
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thank you, Clive
your reply is much appreciated!
Myriam
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