ow Meaning & Definition
What Does Ow Mean?
Ow is used as an interjection meaning Synonym of ouch (“cry of pain”). It is also used to mean Used for emotional emphasis. As a noun, it means An uttering of an 'ow'.
Ow in Brief
| Part of speech | interjection, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //aʊ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | ow, owie and youch |
| Plural | ows |
Ow Definition (Interjection)
- Synonym of ouch (“cry of pain”).
- Used for emotional emphasis.
Ow as a Noun
- An uttering of an 'ow'.
Interjection
- An expression of one's own physical pain.
Ouch! You stepped on my toe! That hurt!
- An expression in sympathy at another's pain.
Ouch! Her sunburn looks awful.
- A reply to an insult seen as savage (frequently one that is tongue-in-cheek or joking).
Ouch. How could you say that?
- An expression of disappointment.
Ouch, I really wanted to do that.
- Expressing surprise at the high price of something.
Ouch, one hundred thousand dollars for a car! I could never afford that!
Synonyms of Ow
Ow synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Ow
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Ow in a Sentence
Ouch! You stepped on my toe! That hurt!
Ouch! Her sunburn looks awful.
Ouch. How could you say that?
Ouch, I really wanted to do that.
Ouch, one hundred thousand dollars for a car! I could never afford that!
Word Forms & Grammar
ow
ow (plural ows)
Words That Rhyme With Ow
Pronouncing Ow
The standard pronunciation of ow is //aʊ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ow
Is ow an interjection or a noun?
Ow is mainly used as an interjection, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for ow?
You can replace ow with words such as ow, owie and youch. See the full list of ow synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of ow?
The plural of ow is ows.