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olé

olé

1 8.3
A loud shout of approval at a performance or sports event
  • noun
  • /oʊˈleɪ/
translation icon : olé
  • Attention all passengers, We will be arriving in Mazatlán in 15 minutes, For those passengers going on the tour, buses will be waiting at the dock, Olé, amigo!
  • singing olé

Examples

  • GRAYSON: Olé!

  • And so is his cape - Olé!

  • With your raw talent and my coaching expertise... we're going from hola to olé in a day!

  • OLÉ.

  • The crowd erupted into cheers, chanting olé after the player scored the winning goal.

  • As the dancer finished her stunning performance, the audience shouted olé in appreciation.

  • After the incredible catch, fans jumped to their feet, applauding and shouting olé for the impressive play.

Synonyms

cheering
vsolé
215 1.0

Shouts and applause from a crowd to show support

is a single shouted exclamation rather than ongoing crowd support
cheer
vsolé
205 1.0

A loud shout people make to show approval or support

is mainly used at sports or performances rather than all situations
cheers
vsolé
11 1.4

Loud shouts from a group to show approval or encouragement

is a single shout often used by individuals at performances or sports
acclamation
vsolé
3 6.7

Loud enthusiastic praise that a group gives

is a more informal, single shouted expression at events
opa
vsolé
  • Informal
1 9.9

A short shout to show excitement or encouragement at a party

focuses specifically on approval or praise at performances or sports
vivat
vsolé
  • Archaic
9.9

A loud shout expressing support or celebration at an event

is informal and used especially at sports or performances

Surface Forms

olé singular
olés plural

Etymology

Olé began as a Spanish cheer at dances and bullfights, and one popular idea links it to the Arabic word wa-llah meaning 'by God'. So, a single olé is a short shout of praise or encouragement.