Aray (en. Ouch)
a-rai
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An expression of pain or discomfort.
Every day, I always say 'ouch' when my back is pinched.
Araw-araw, lagi akong nag-aaray kapag naiipit ang aking likod.
verb
To make a sound or behave in response to pain.
She cried out when her hand touched the hot pan.
Nag-aray siya nang sumayad ang kanyang kamay sa mainit na kawali.
Etymology
Originates from a Chinese word meaning 'pain'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ouch, my
A call for the pain being felt.
aray ko
ouch! it hurts!
Expression of intense pain.
aray! masakit!
Related Words
pain
A common significant feeling associated with injury or stress.
sakit
sting
A type of pain usually caused by injury or inflammation.
hapdi
Slang Meanings
Ouch
Ouch! I got hurt from the punch.
Aray! Nasaktan ako sa suntok.
Oh no
Oh no, look, I have a wound!
Aray, tingnan mo, may sugat ako!
Ouchie
Ouchie, my tooth hurts!
Aray, ang sakit ng ngipin ko!