ouch
An "ouch" is an expression we use when we feel pain or discomfort.
When something hurts us, like stubbing our toe or getting a bug bite, we might say "ouch" out loud to let everyone know what's happening. We can also use it as a way to remind ourselves that something will hurt if we don't be careful - like saying "ouch, hot water!" when we turn on the tap too high. It's not just limited to physical pain either; sometimes people will say "ouch" when they're feeling embarrassed or stung by someone else's words.
How common is "ouch"?
Word ouch is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
interjection
An expression of one's own physical pain.
Example: Ouch! You stepped on my toe! That hurt!
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Real examples of "ouch" in context
