oh · exclamation
oh (NEW IDEA)
A1 introduces an idea that you have just thought of, or something that you have just remembered
Dictionary examples:
Oh, I left the oven on! (0.0)
Oh, I forgot to brush my teeth! (0.0)
Oh, I forgot my pants! (0.0)
Oh, I just realized there might be a problem. (17.9)
Oh yeah, someone called and left a message for you while you were out. (24.4)
Oh, and don't forget to lock the back door. (39.9)
oh (EXPRESS EMOTION)
A1 used to express different emotions, such as surprise, disappointment and pleasure, often as a reaction to something someone has said
Dictionary examples:
Oh! The dog ate my homework! (0.0)
Oh! The teacher gave me 1000%! (0.0)
Oh! My pizza has no cheese! (0.0)
Is that for me? Oh, that's so nice of you! (6.8)
"I'm sorry I forgot to call." "Oh, don't worry." (7.2)
"Jack can't come after all." "Oh too bad, Amy will be sorry to hear that." (7.9)
"He ran the Boston marathon last year." "Oh, really? I didn't know that!" (12.2)
"I'm afraid I can't make it to the party." " Oh well, maybe next time." (13.9)
Oh my gosh!
B1 used to emphasize how surprised, angry, shocked, etc. you are
Dictionary examples:
Oh my gosh! I forgot to wear pants to school! (0.0)
Oh my gosh! I accidentally sent my love letter to my teacher! (0.0)
Oh my gosh! I accidentally dyed my hair rainbow colors! (0.0)
Oh my gosh, I'm so happy to see you! When did you get here? (27.5)