interjection
yow
thow
Yow (interjection) means an exclamation of sudden pain. Example: “Yow! That water is freezing.”
interjection
1
An exclamation of sudden pain.
"Yow! That water is freezing."
2
An exclamation of surprise, often used humorously.
"Yow, I didn't expect that plot twist!"
How to use yow
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA shout of pain or surprise, similar to "ouch" or "whoa."
When to use it
Informal and mostly spoken; rarely appears in formal writing.
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What does “yow” mean?
The word “yow” means an exclamation of sudden pain. In plain terms, a shout of pain or surprise, similar to "ouch" or "whoa.".
How do you pronounce “yow”?
“Yow” is pronounced thow (/ðaʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “yow” in a sentence?
Here is “yow” used in a sentence: “Yow! That water is freezing.”
What is another word for “yow”?
Words with a similar meaning to “yow” include ouch and youch.
What part of speech is “yow”?
“Yow” is an interjection.
How many meanings does “yow” have?
“Yow” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an exclamation of sudden pain.
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