oof
word
Definition
An informal sound or exclamation used to show pain, surprise, embarrassment, or when something is awkward or unfortunate.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal, used mostly online or in texting. Common for reacting to bad news or awkward moments. Not usually spoken in formal conversation. Similar to 'ouch' or 'yikes,' but broader in use.
Spanish: uf - ayPortuguese (BR): ufa - aiPortuguese (PT): ufa - uiChinese (Simplified): 哎呀 - 噢Chinese (Traditional): 哎呀 - 噢Hindi: अरे - उफArabic: آخ - أوفBengali: উফRussian: уф - ойJapanese: うっ - あっVietnamese: ối - ôiKorean: 으악 - 아이고Turkish: of - eyvahUrdu: اف - اوفIndonesian: aduh - duh
Example Sentences
Oof, I dropped my phone.
basic
He forgot his homework again. Oof.
basic
Oof, that looks painful.
basic
Just saw my test score. Oof, not good.
natural
Oof, tough luck, man. Maybe next time.
natural
Forgot my wallet at home—oof, that's annoying.
natural