Haiya

//ˌhaɪ̯˨ ˈjaː// intj

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Definitions

Intj
  1. 1
    An exclamation of exasperation, said especially when a bad event occurs. Malaysia

    "Coordinate term: fuiyoh"

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Example

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"Don't strain rice in colander, haiyaa!"

Etymology

From Hokkien 害矣 (hāi--ah).

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