Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
there-there
interjection
/ðɛr ðɛr/

Definition
A phrase used to comfort someone or to express sympathy.

Examples
- “There-there, everything will be alright.”
- “She was crying, and he just said, ‘There-there, I’m here for you.'”

Meaning
It is often used when someone is upset or distressed, providing reassurance.

Synonyms
- It’s okay
- Don’t worry
- Calm down