INTERJECTION

Naja/ˈnaˈjaː/well; oh well; meh

Naja is a German interjection that means well, oh well, or meh. It is pronounced /ˈnaˈjaː/.

Definitions

1.used to express reservation, doubt, or reluctant agreement(colloquial, hesitation/qualification)

a.hesitant agreement or uncertainty

Naja, ich weiß nicht, ob das eine gute Idee ist.—Well, I don't know if that's a good idea.

b.mild resignation or acceptance

Naja, so ist es eben.—Oh well, that's just how it is.

Frequently asked questions

What does "Naja" mean in English?
"Naja" means well, oh well, or meh. It is a German interjection.
How do you pronounce "Naja"?
"Naja" is pronounced /ˈnaˈjaː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "Naja"?
"Naja" is a interjection in German.

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