Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eina
interjection
ay-nah
Definition
A term frequently used in New Zealand to express pain or discomfort.
Examples
- I stubbed my toe and exclaimed, ‘Eina!’
- When she touched the hot stove, she cried, ‘Eina!’
- He felt a sharp pain in his back and said, ‘Eina!’ as he bent over.
Meaning
Eina is an informal expression that conveys that something hurts or is causing someone discomfort.
Synonyms
- Ouch
- Aie
- Ow
