Yay-Nay | Commonly Confused Words
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Yay vs. Nay

Yay

An expression of joy or excitement.

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Nay

/neɪ/
Used to express refusal, disagreement, or to vote no

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Yay is often used when someone is excited and wants to express joy or approval.
  • Nay is used when someone wants to express disagreement or disapproval.
  • Think of yay as a cheer, like you'd hear at a sports event or celebration.
  • Nay is more formal and is reminiscent of votes or decisions where nay means no.
  • Remember y for yay as in yes, and n for nay as in no.
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