Uf (en. Phew)

/uf/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
interjection
Expression of tiredness or defeat.
Uf, I can’t take it anymore, I'm exhausted.
Uf, no puedo más, estoy agotado.
Expression of relief after a difficult situation.
Uf, the exam finally ended.
Uf, por fin terminó el examen.
Expression of surprise or astonishment.
Uf, I didn’t expect that news.
Uf, no esperaba esa noticia.

Etymology

The term is a colloquial interjection in Spanish used to express various emotions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

uf, how difficult
Expression of recognition of the difficulty of a task.
uf, qué difícil
uf, thank goodness
Expression of relief at a fortunate outcome.
uf, menos mal

Related Words

tired
State of being fatigued.
cansado
surprise
Reaction to something unexpected.
sorpresa
relief
Feeling of tranquility after a period of tension.
alivio

Slang Meanings

Expression of displeasure or frustration.
Uf, what bad service at the restaurant.
Uf, qué mal servicio en el restaurante.
Reaction to a very intense event.
Uf, that roller coaster was incredible.
Uf, esa montaña rusa fue increíble.