Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uh-oh
interjection
/ˈʌʌ ˌoʊ/
Definition
An expression used to indicate that something has gone wrong or that there is trouble ahead.
Examples
- Uh-oh! I think I forgot to lock the door.
- Uh-oh! This recipe calls for twice the amount of sugar!
- When I saw the spilled milk, I went uh-oh!
Meaning
Used often to signal a mistake or a problem, often in a lighthearted or playful manner.
Synonyms
- oops
- oh no
- whoops
