Exclamations

Spanish exclamations often begin with¡and end with!to show emphasis. They can be single words, set phrases, or complete sentences. Here are some common types of exclamations and examples:

Common One-Word Exclamations

These are frequently used to express a variety of feelings:

Set Phrases

These expressions are used to convey specific emotions:

Exclamatory Sentences

These sentences often start withqué(what) orcómo(how):

Using Accent Marks

In exclamations,qué,cómo,cuánto,quién,cuál, anddóndecarry accent marks to indicate their use as exclamatory (or interrogative) words:

Examples of Exclamations

Exclamations add color and emotion to Spanish conversations, making them more expressive and lively.

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Last updated: Thu Jul 17, 2025