oh no

• 表示对不愉快事情的发生感到遗憾、失望、懊恼或担忧的感叹词。

A compound interjection used to express dismay, disappointment, regret, or concern upon realizing that something bad has happened, is happening, or is about to happen. It often signals a negative reaction to unexpected news or an unfortunate event.

1. Expression of dismay or disappointmentA1informal

   Used when reacting to bad news, a mistake, or an unfortunate situation. It conveys a sense of sadness, regret, or helplessness regarding the outcome.

   表示沮丧或失望

   • Oh no! I forgot my keys inside.
   • Oh no, the train has already left.
   • Oh no, we’re out of milk.

2. Expression of concern or alarmA2informal

   Used to express worry or anxiety when witnessing someone else’s trouble or anticipating a negative consequence.

   表示担忧或惊慌

   • Oh no, is he okay?
   • Oh no, look at that crack in the wall!
   • Oh no, I think I made a mistake in the report.

3. Sarcastic or ironic expression of feigned sympathyB2slang

   Used ironically to mock someone’s minor complaint or misfortune, implying that the speaker does not actually care or finds the situation amusing rather than tragic.

   讽刺或反讽的假同情

   • Oh no, you had to wait two minutes? How terrible.
   • Oh no, did you break a nail?
   • He said his coffee was cold. Oh no, poor thing.