Phrase guide

aha moment

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The moment or instant at which the solution to a problem, or some other significant realization, becomes clear.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From aha + moment.

Across languages

Translations

7 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 頓悟時刻 /顿悟时刻 (dùnwù shíkè) — instance of becoming clear
  • Danish: aha-oplevelse — instance of becoming clear
  • Finnish: ahaa-elämys — instance of becoming clear
  • French: illumination — instance of becoming clear
  • German: Aha-Erlebnis — instance of becoming clear
  • Polish: eureka — instance of becoming clear
  • Swedish: aha-upplevelse — instance of becoming clear