ugh

• Ausruf, der Ekel, Ärger, Verdruss oder Erschöpfung ausdrückt.

An interjection used to express strong disgust, revulsion, annoyance, frustration, or exhaustion. It often conveys a visceral negative reaction to something unpleasant, distasteful, or irritating.

1. Expression of disgust or revulsionB1informal

   Used to react to something physically repulsive, such as bad smells, unpleasant sights, or gross textures. It conveys a strong desire to avoid or reject the source of discomfort.

   Ausdruck von Ekel oder Abscheu

   • Ugh, there's mold on this bread.
   • Ugh, I stepped in something wet and sticky.
   • Ugh, look at that spider!

2. Expression of annoyance, frustration, or exasperationB1informal

   Used to convey irritation, impatience, or weariness in response to a difficult situation, repetitive task, or someone's annoying behavior.

   Ausdruck von Verärgerung, Frust oder Ungeduld

   • Ugh, I have to work late again.
   • Ugh, why is this computer so slow?
   • Ugh, not this conversation again.

3. Expression of physical discomfort or effortB2informal

   Used when exerting significant physical effort or experiencing bodily discomfort, such as lifting something heavy or waking up feeling groggy.

   Ausdruck körperlichen Unbehagens oder Anstrengung

   • Ugh, help me lift this box.
   • Ugh, my head is killing me.
   • Ugh, I don't want to get out of bed.