Dah

/dɑː/

Meaning & Definition

interjection

An expression of frustration or exasperation, often used to indicate that something is obvious or should be understood.

Dah! Didn't you see the sign right there?

Used to indicate a lack of understanding or to mock someone's ignorance.

He thought he was being clever, but I just responded with a 'dah'.

A playful or informal way to signal that someone is being silly or making a mistake.

When she tripped over her own feet, I couldn't help but say 'dah' out loud.

Possible origin is from the exclamation 'duh', with variations in usage.

Dah moment

A moment of sudden realization or clarity.

Dah, of course

Used to emphasize something that should already be known.

duh

An expression indicating that something is obvious.

obviously

In a way that is easily perceived or understood.

Used to indicate surprise at the unsurprising.

He forgot his keys again? Dah!

Emphasizing something that is already known.

You need to breathe to live? Dah!