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oh no; what; huh

Interjection

  1. 1

    oh no; what; huh

    An exclamation uttered when the speaker expresses his/her surprise, embarrassment, impatience, or urgency.

    Korean definition: 놀라움, 당황함, 초조함, 다급함의 느낌을 나타낼 때 내는 소리.

    • Huh? What is this?

    • Huh, how did this happen?

  2. 2

    ah; mmm; ooh

    An exclamation uttered when the speaker expresses his/her delight or excitement.

    Korean definition: 기쁨이나 감동의 느낌을 나타낼 때 내는 소리.

    • Ah, the water is so cool!

    • Oh, our Jisu is really smart, isn't she?

  3. 3

    ah; argh

    An exclamation uttered when the speaker expresses the feelings of worry, anxiety, regret, or lamentation.

    Korean definition: 걱정, 근심, 안타까움, 한탄의 느낌을 나타낼 때 내는 소리.

    • Argh, how upsetting.

    • Argh, I'm annoyed and it's such a bother.

  4. 4

    hey

    An exclamation uttered before the speaker begins his/her words when he/she talks to someone or attracts someone's attention.

    Korean definition: 남에게 말을 걸거나 주의를 끌 때, 말에 앞서 내는 소리.

    • Hey, Mr. Kim.

    • Hey, look over here.