Meaning of haiya | Babel Free
/ˌhaɪ̯˨ ˈjaː/Definitions
An exclamation of exasperation, said especially when a bad event occurs.
Malaysia
Examples
“Coordinate term: fuiyoh”
“Don't strain rice in colander, haiyaa!”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.