1 oh
Pronounced:
/ˈoʊ/Function:
interjectionMeaning:
1 —used to express surprise, happiness, disappointment, or sadness ▪ Oh, it's so windy out here! ▪ Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that. ▪ Oh no! I forgot my purse.
2 —used in response to a physical sensation (such as pain) ▪ Oh, that hurt. ▪ Oh, that does taste good.
3 also O —used to address someone directly ▪ Oh sir, you forgot your change. ▪ Oh, waiter! We'd like the bill, please ▪ Bless us, O Lord.
4 —used for emphasis when responding to a question or statement or when making a statement ▪ “Have you ever been to Venice?” “Oh, yes. It's one of my favorite cities.” ▪ “He's planning to change jobs.” “Oh? Really?” ▪ Oh all right. If you insist. ▪ Oh for some time to relax and read a book! [=I wish I had some time to relax and read a book]
5 —used to show that something is understood ▪ “I'm going to the dentist now.” “Oh, okay. I'll see you later.” ▪ “But I won't be available on Monday.” “Oh, I see. My mistake.”
6 —used during a pause in speaking ▪ Their house is about, oh, I'd say four miles from here.
2 —used in response to a physical sensation (such as pain) ▪ Oh, that hurt. ▪ Oh, that does taste good.
3 also O —used to address someone directly ▪ Oh sir, you forgot your change. ▪ Oh, waiter! We'd like the bill, please ▪ Bless us, O Lord.
4 —used for emphasis when responding to a question or statement or when making a statement ▪ “Have you ever been to Venice?” “Oh, yes. It's one of my favorite cities.” ▪ “He's planning to change jobs.” “Oh? Really?” ▪ Oh all right. If you insist. ▪ Oh for some time to relax and read a book! [=I wish I had some time to relax and read a book]
5 —used to show that something is understood ▪ “I'm going to the dentist now.” “Oh, okay. I'll see you later.” ▪ “But I won't be available on Monday.” “Oh, I see. My mistake.”
6 —used during a pause in speaking ▪ Their house is about, oh, I'd say four miles from here.