(yōu) — (interjection) oh! (expressing surprise, dismay, or sudden realization)

Definition

呦 is a short interjection that expresses surprise, sudden realization, or mild dismay — like "oh!" or "oops!" in English.

interjection
oh! (expressing surprise, dismay, or sudden realization)

Examples

  • yōu, Nǐ zěn me lái le?
    Oh, how did you come?
  • yōu, Wǒ wàng le dài yào shi!
    Oops, I forgot my keys!
  • yōu, Zhè zhēn ràng rén jīng yà.
    Oh, this is really surprising.

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