ow

• восклицание, выражающее внезапную боль или дискомфорт

An interjection used to express sudden physical pain or discomfort. It is very similar in meaning and usage to 'ouch', often used for sharp, immediate pain.

1. Expression of sudden physical painA1informal

   Used as an involuntary exclamation when experiencing acute physical pain, such as from a bump, pinch, cut, or burn. It is often shorter and sharper than 'ouch'.

   Выражение внезапной физической боли

   • Ow! You pulled my hair!
   • Ow, that's hot!
   • Ow! I hit my elbow on the doorframe.

2. Expression of mild complaint or sympathy (figurative)B1informal

   Used occasionally in a playful or sympathetic way to acknowledge someone else's minor misfortune or a witty but stinging remark.

   Выражение легкой жалобы или сочувствия (переносное)

   • Ow, that must have hurt.
   • He forgot your anniversary? Ow.
   • Ow, tough break.