Oh my Meaning in English
expression
ˈoʊ/ /ˈmaɪ
OH-my
ˈəʊ/ /mˈaɪ
OH-my
Definition
An exclamation used to express surprise, shock, excitement, fear, or concern.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly informal. Common in spoken English when reacting to sudden news or events. Sometimes extended for emphasis: 'oh my goodness', 'oh my God'. More mild than 'oh my God'. Used to show emotion but not directed at anyone; not literal.
Spanish: vaya - dios mío - ayPortuguese (BR): nossa - ai meu DeusPortuguese (PT): ai - ó meu DeusChinese (Simplified): 天哪 - 哎呀Chinese (Traditional): 天啊 - 哎呀Hindi: ओह - हाय रामArabic: يا إلهي - يا ويليBengali: আল্লাহ - হায় - আরে - ওরেRussian: ой - ой-ой - боже мойJapanese: あら - まあ - おやVietnamese: trời ơi - ôi trời - ôi chaoKorean: 어머 - 아이고 - 세상에Turkish: aman - vay canına - eyvahUrdu: ارے - اوہIndonesian: astaga - ya ampun - waduh
Example Sentences
Oh my, I forgot my keys at home!
basic
Oh my, look at that big dog!
basic
Oh my, it is raining so hard!
basic
Oh my, you scared me for a second there!
natural
Oh my, I can't believe you did that!
natural
Oh my, this is the best cake I've ever had!
natural