Hoppla
Hoppla is a German interjection commonly used to express surprise, excitement, or to draw attention. The word has onomatopoeic origins and is similar in function to English expressions like "oops," "whoops," or "hey there." It's frequently used in informal contexts and carries a light, playful tone.
In everyday German conversation, hoppla might be exclaimed when someone makes a small mistake, drops something,
The term is not limited to standard German and appears in various regional dialects. Its versatility allows