INTERJECTION

oh/oː/oh; wow; oh dear

oh is a German interjection that means oh, wow, or oh dear. It is pronounced /oː/.

Definitions

1.used to express surprise, realization or strong emotion(surprise/exclamation)

a.shows astonishment or sudden understanding

Oh, ich habe meinen Schlüssel vergessen!—Oh, I forgot my key!

b.expresses disappointment or empathy

Oh, das tut mir leid.—Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.

Frequently asked questions

What does "oh" mean in English?
"oh" means oh, wow, or oh dear. It is a German interjection.
How do you pronounce "oh"?
"oh" is pronounced /oː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "oh"?
"oh" is a interjection in German.

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