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oh
interjection
UK:
/əʊ/
US:
/oʊ/
Used to express a range of emotions, including surprise, understanding, or acknowledgment.
Oh, I didn't know that.
Oh, so that's where I left my keys. I get it now.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phonetic transcription of "oh" in English?
The phonetic transcription of "oh" is
/əʊ/
in British English and
/oʊ/
in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.
How to use "oh" in sentences?
Example usage of "oh": "Oh, I didn't know that.". More examples on the page.