What Do These English Echo Words Mean?

Ever heard phrases like hush hush or no no and wondered what they mean? These are called echo words—fun, repeated words that add color and tone to English.

In this video, you’ll learn the meanings of eight common echo words:
• Hush hush – Something secret or confidential.
• No no – Something not allowed or socially unacceptable.
• So so – Something that’s average or just okay.
• Boo boo – A small or silly mistake.
• Bye bye – A friendly and casual way to say goodbye.
• Chop chop – A fun way to say hurry up.
• Chin chin – A toast when drinking with friends.
• Yo yo – Someone who keeps changing their mind.