How to Pronounce "oh well"
expression
ˈoʊ/ /ˈwɛɫ
OH-wel
ˈəʊ/ /wˈɛl
OH-wel
Definition
An informal expression used when something disappointing or unwanted happens, and you accept it or decide not to worry about it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊ/ /ˈwɛɫ
British English
ˈəʊ/ /wˈɛl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-wel
UK
OH-wel
Listen in Context
Oh well, it’s raining again today.
I missed the bus. Oh well.
We didn’t win the game, but oh well.
I burned the toast again. Oh well, I'll just make some more.