For expressing surprise or amazement:
* וואָי! (Voy!) - This is a common exclamation of surprise, very similar to "wow".
* אוי! (Oy!) - While often used for dismay, it can also express surprise, especially if you're using it in a playful way.
* וואָס אַ (Vos a) ...! - This means "What a ...!", followed by the thing that's surprising you. For example, "וואָס אַ פּלאַץ! (Vos a Platz!)" meaning "What a place!"
For expressing admiration:
* שוין (Shvayne) - This means "already" but is used colloquially to express admiration, similar to "wow, that's impressive".
* געוואלדיג (Gewaldig) - This means "tremendous" or "amazing" and is a good choice for expressing admiration for something big or impressive.
Other options:
* פּרעכטיג (Prechtik) - This means "splendid" or "gorgeous".
* גוט (Gut) - This means "good" but can be used in a way similar to "wow, that's good!".
Ultimately, the best way to say "wow" in Yiddish depends on the specific situation and the feeling you want to convey.