Oh
Interjection
UK
/əʊ/
US
/oĘŠ/
Definition
An expression used to show surprise, understanding, or emotion.
Example
"Oh, I didn’t know that."
"She said “oh” softly when she finally understood the reason behind the sudden change."
"Oh! He realized too late that he had left his phone at home and would need to go back."
Explanation
Oh is an expression people use to show feelings or reactions. It can express surprise, understanding, disappointment, happiness, or realisation, depending on the situation and tone of voice. People often say “oh” when they suddenly understand something or when they hear unexpected news. It does not have a fixed meaning by itself, but its meaning becomes clear from context. “Oh” is very common in spoken English and casual conversation.