Oh

/oʊ/

Meaning & Definition

interjection

used to express a range of emotions, including surprise, excitement, disappointment, or understanding.

Oh! I didn't realize you were coming!

used to express sympathy or disappointment.

Oh, I'm sorry to hear that you are feeling unwell.

used to indicate that something suddenly became clear or is understood.

Oh, now I see what you meant!

used to express a reaction to something unexpected.

Oh! That was a close call!

used to attract attention or denote a realization.

Oh, wait! I forgot my keys!

Etymology for word oh: Possibly from Middle English 'o', from Old English 'ā', an exclamation of surprise or grief.

oh my

A phrase expressing shock or disbelief.

oh no

A phrase expressing distress or disappointment.

oh well

A phrase indicating acceptance of a situation that cannot be changed.

oh really

A phrase expressing skepticism or surprise.

Used to express understanding or a realization.

oops

An expression used when a mistake is made.

wow

An expression of surprise or admiration.

Used to convey a realization that something is obvious.

Oh, duh!

A casual expression for when something is less serious than it seems.

Oh, chill out.