Word details
ああ
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word ああ.
Dictionary
Entry
1
Occ. written as 嗚呼, 噫 or 嗟
ah!; oh!; alas!
Examples
ああ悲しい。
Ah, me!
2
yes; indeed; that is correct
Examples
彼女に疲れているのかと聞かれて彼は「ああ」といった。
He said "Yeah" when she asked if he was tired.
3
In exasperation
aah; gah; argh
Examples
ああ、また失敗した。
Ah, I've failed again!
4
hey!; yo!
Examples
ああ飛行機が離陸する。
Look! There's a plane taking off.
5
uh huh; yeah yeah; right; gotcha
Examples
ああ、なるほど！
Ah, gotcha!
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