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Meaning of Oh no
The primary meaning of "Oh no" is an expression of dismay, disappointment, or shock.
Etymology of Oh no
The phrase "Oh no" has its roots in early English, where "oh" was an expression of surprise or emotion, and "no" was a negation, together forming an expression of refusal, dislike, or dismay.
Historically, the phrase has been used in various forms, such as "oh noes" or "oh woe is me," to convey a sense of distress or disappointment.
Synonyms
alas
oh dear
oh me
oh my
good grief
goodness gracious
dear me
oh joy
oh happy day
oh well
oh boy
oh girl
oh my goodness
oh for Pete's sake
oh my god
oh heavens
oh my stars
oh fudge
oh nuts
oh darn
oh bother
oh blast
oh rats
oh noes
oh my word
oh my goodness gracious
oh dearie me
oh my stars and stripes
Definitions
- Used to express dismay, disappointment, or shock, often in response to bad news or an unpleasant situation.
- An exclamation used to convey a strong sense of regret, sadness, or frustration.
Usage Examples
- "Oh no, I just spilled coffee all over my shirt!"
- "Oh no, I forgot my password again!"
- "Oh no, the concert is sold out!"