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achís means achoo — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: November 8, 2025

😆 Funny Words

achís

interjection • /[ah-CHEES]/

achoo

Example:

¡Achís! Me dio alergia tu perfume.

Achoo! Your perfume gave me allergies.

🧠 What does achís mean?

The word 'achís' is an onomatopoeia, meaning it imitates a sound. Specifically, it represents the sound of a sneeze in Spanish, just as 'achoo' does in English. It is used as an interjection to verbally represent the act of sneezing. When someone says or makes the sound 'achís', the common polite response in Spanish is '¡Salud!' (Health!) or, in some regions, '¡Jesús!'.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡Achís! Creo que me he resfriado.
    Achoo! I think I've caught a cold.
  • El polen me hace estornudar mucho. ¡Achís, achís!
    Pollen makes me sneeze a lot. Achoo, achoo!
  • El bebé hizo un pequeño 'achís' y luego se rio.
    The baby made a little 'achoo' and then laughed.
  • Cuando el gato se acercó, no pude evitarlo: ¡achís!
    When the cat got close, I couldn't help it: achoo!

💡 Did You Know?

In Spanish-speaking cultures, the customary response to someone sneezing is '¡Salud!' (Health!). In some regions, especially Spain, it's common to follow a sequence for subsequent sneezes: '¡Salud!' for the first, '¡Dinero!' (Money!) for the second, and '¡Amor!' (Love!) for the third.

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'achoo' in Spanish?
The Spanish equivalent of 'achoo' is 'achís'. It is the onomatopoeic word for the sound of a sneeze.
How do you pronounce 'achís' in Spanish?
The word 'achís' is pronounced /aˈt͡ʃis/. The 'a' is like the 'a' in 'father', 'ch' is like in 'cheese', and the 'í' is a long 'ee' sound like in 'see'. The stress falls on the second syllable.
How do you use 'achís' in a sentence?
As an interjection, 'achís' is often used by itself with an exclamation mark, like '¡Achís! Necesito un pañuelo.' (Achoo! I need a tissue.) It can also be quoted to describe the sound: 'El niño hizo 'achís' por el polvo.' (The child went 'achoo' because of the dust.)
What is the English translation of 'achís'?
The direct English translation and equivalent onomatopoeia for 'achís' is 'achoo'.
Does 'achís' change for gender or number?
No, as an interjection, 'achís' is invariable. It does not change for gender or number.
Is 'achís' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'achís' is the standard and universally understood onomatopoeia for a sneeze in the Spanish-speaking world. It is very common, especially in informal speech, comics, and when talking to children.
Does 'achís' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'achís' does not have any common slang or double meanings. Its use is strictly limited to representing the sound of a sneeze.
Is 'achís' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'achís' is used consistently across both Spain and Latin America to represent the sound of a sneeze. There are no significant regional variations in its meaning or usage.

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