aw Meaning & Definition
/ɔː/
What Does Aw Mean?
Aw is used as an interjection meaning Used to express disappointment or dismay. It can also mean Used to express mild protest, entreaty, consternation, or disapproval. As a noun, it means An instance of aw.
Aw at a Glance
| Part of speech | interjection, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɔː// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | aws |
Aw Definition (Interjection)
- Used to express disappointment or dismay.
Aw, that's too bad...
- Used to express mild protest, entreaty, consternation, or disapproval.
Aw, dad, why can't we go to Legoland?
- Used to express affection.
Aw, you've got such a cute baby bird!
- (Can we verify this sense?) Used to anticipate reporting to a person in authority that the listener has done something wrong.
Aww, you said a bad word!
Aw as a Noun
- An instance of aw.
Synonyms of Aw
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Aw synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Aw
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Aw in a Sentence
Aw, that's too bad...
Aw, dad, why can't we go to Legoland?
Aw, you've got such a cute baby bird!
Aww, you said a bad word!
Word Forms & Grammar
aw
aw (plural aws)
Words That Rhyme With Aw
Origin of Aw
Natural exclamation.[1]
Aw Pronunciation
You say aw as //ɔː//. It has 1 syllable.