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Oh vs Ugh - What's the difference?

oh | ugh |

As a noun oh

is uh (expression of uncertainty).

As an interjection ugh is

used to express repugnance, disgust, or annoyance.

oh

English

Abbreviation

(Abbreviation) (head)
  • (US) Ohio, a state of the United States of America.
  • (organic chemistry) Symbol for a hydroxyl, or alcohol, functional group.
  • (inorganic chemistry) Symbol for a hydroxide radical, or hydroxyl group.
  • (US, army, aviation) Prefix code for observation helicopter designations.
  • (Internet slang) Other half, i.e., husband, wife, partner, etc.
  • ugh

    English

    Interjection

    (en interjection)
  • Used to express repugnance, disgust, or annoyance.
  • Ugh ! The bread in the pantry has gone moldy.

    See also

    * bah * ew * yuck * yech

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