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whew

hwyoo

Whew (intj) means an exclamation of relief, exhaustion, or surprise. Example: “Whew, that exam was tougher than I expected.”

intj

An exclamation of relief, exhaustion, or surprise.

"Whew, that exam was tougher than I expected."

"She wiped her brow and said, "Whew, it's hot in here.""

How to use whew

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA sound people make to show they're relieved, tired, or taken aback.

Word forms

whewed past tense, whewed past tense, whews singular, whews singular

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Rhymes for whew

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Frequently asked questions

What does “whew” mean?

The word “whew” means an exclamation of relief, exhaustion, or surprise. In plain terms, a sound people make to show they're relieved, tired, or taken aback.

How do you pronounce “whew”?

“Whew” is pronounced hwyoo (/hwjuː/ in IPA).

How do you use “whew” in a sentence?

Here is “whew” used in a sentence: “Whew, that exam was tougher than I expected.”

What part of speech is “whew”?

“Whew” is an intj.

Is “whew” a common word?

“Whew” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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