ow

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈaʊ/
Interjection
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

An expression of one's own physical pain.

Example Sentences
  • Ouch! You stepped on my toe! That hurt!
2 Definition

An expression in sympathy at another's pain.

Example Sentences
  • Ouch! Her sunburn looks awful.
3 Definition

A reply to an insult seen as savage (frequently one that is tongue-in-cheek or joking).

Example Sentences
  • Ouch. How could you say that?
4 Definition

An expression of disappointment.

Example Sentences
  • Ouch, I really wanted to do that.
5 Definition

Expressing surprise at the high price of something.

Example Sentences
  • Ouch, one hundred thousand dollars for a car! I could never afford that!
6 Definition

Used for emotional emphasis.