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American English Grammar
Interjection
Learning objectives
  • Learn the definition of an interjection
  • Study examples of interjections
Definition of an interjection
  • An interjection is:

    • a word or phrase used mostly in speech to show emotion, gain attention, exclaim, protest, or command

    • not grammatically related to any other part of a sentence

    • typically:

Examples of interjections
  • Oh no, I forgot that the exam was today.

  • Hey! Put that down!






















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