Ô dề

/oˈde/
interjection★Intermediate— an exclamation of surprise or frustration
informal

An exclamation used to express surprise, frustration, or mild annoyance.

Ô dề! Tôi đã bị xe đâm vào.

Oh no! I just got hit by a car.

Ô dề! Tôi đã mất tiền ví.

Oh no! I lost my wallet.

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This interjection is commonly used in casual conversations to express sudden realization or minor setbacks.

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use 'Ô dề' in informal settings to express mild frustration or surprise, similar to 'Oh no!' or 'Oh dear!' in English.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the combination of 'Ô' (an exclamation of surprise) and 'dề' (a colloquial intensifier).

📝Usage Notes

This expression is informal and typically used in spoken Vietnamese to convey mild frustration or surprise. It is not used in formal or written contexts.

Word Breakdown

Ô
an exclamation of surprise or distress
root
+
dề
a colloquial intensifier
suffix
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