Meaning
eureka!
- an exclamation used to celebrate a sudden discovery, invention, or realization
In a sentence
Eureka! Ho finalmente trovato la soluzione a questo enigma matematico.
Eureka! I finally found the solution to this mathematical puzzle.
Perché hai gridato «eureka» in mezzo alla notte?
Why did you yell 'eureka' in the middle of the night?
Non dire subito «eureka» prima di aver verificato tutti i calcoli.
Don't say 'eureka' right away before checking all the calculations.
Usage notes
- From ancient Greek, traditionally attributed to Archimedes.
- Invariable and used as a standalone exclamation or in literary/playful conversation.