Thatta boy In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "thatta boy", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jimmy Hung calendar 2021-12-27 12:12

Meaning of Thatta boy (redirected from attaboy )

Synonyms:

that's a boy

Attaboy interjection exclamation

"Attaboy" is a contraction of "that's the boy"; 

Also: "atta boy."

Opposite phrase: attagirl/ attagal

A short phrase spoken suddenly and loudly to cheer a boy, man, or male animal on.

Yes! You've made it! Attaboy!

Keep moving head! You are very close to the finish line! Yay, you've won! Attaboy!

Attaboy! You've broken the world record!

Origin of Attaboy

This interjection dates from 1909. It was originally used in baseball as a cheer of encouragement or approval.

The Origin Cited: etymology.com .
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