Bah (en. Bah)

/ba/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Expression that denotes disinterest or contempt.
When I heard his proposal, I could only respond: 'bah'.
Cuando escuché su propuesta, solo pude responder: 'bah'.
Interjection that indicates lack of emotion towards something.
The outcome of the movie was so predictable that I just said 'bah'.
El resultado de la película fue tan predecible que solo dije 'bah'.

Etymology

An onomatopoeia that reflects a sound of disdain.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bah, what nonsense
Expresses disagreement or disbelief regarding an idea.
bah, qué tontería
bah, I don't care
Indicates indifference towards a topic.
bah, me da igual

Related Words

disdain
Feeling of detachment or contempt.
desdén
indifference
Lack of interest or emotion towards something.
indiferencia

Slang Meanings

Expression that denotes disdain or contempt towards someone or something.
When I told him about the new trend, he just said 'bah'.
Cuando le conté sobre la nueva moda, él solo dijo 'bah'.
Reaction to something that seems insignificant.
The news didn't impress him, he just reacted with a 'bah'.
La noticia no le impresionó, solo reaccionó con un 'bah'.