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Definition of voila

voila

/vwɑːˈlɑː/
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• interjection

1

Used to call attention to something, express satisfaction with a completed task, or suggest an appearance as if by magic.

Example

"Just stir the sauce for two more minutes, and voila, dinner is ready to serve."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'voilà' with 'viola' (the string instrument) or the misspelling 'walla', which arises from approximating the French pronunciation.

• Rhymes for voila

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French 'voilà', formed from the imperative 'vois' (see) and the adverb 'là' (there), literally meaning 'see there'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Voila. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/voila
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