ah

/ɑː/
interjection
  1. Used to express understanding, realization, or recognition.
    • Ah, that's why the car won't start — the battery is dead.
    • Ah, now I see what you mean about the math problem.
    • Ah, you must be the new neighbor I've heard about.
  2. Used to express surprise, pleasure, or excitement.
    • Ah, you got me a birthday present — thank you!
    • Ah, what a beautiful sunset over the ocean!
    • Ah, I love the smell of fresh bread baking.
  3. Used to express disappointment, pain, or regret.
    • Ah, if only we had left ten minutes earlier.
    • Ah, I forgot to bring my umbrella and now it's raining.
    • Ah, that scratch on the table will be hard to fix.
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