ouch

Meanings

• Interjection

  An interjection expressing pain, discomfort, or surprise.

  - "I accidentally touched a hot stove and said ouch!"
  - "When I saw the clown's red nose, I exclaimed ouch!"

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈaʊtʃ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

ow , owie , youch , yow , yowch

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with ouch
hush , crush , rush

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Variants

List of all variants of ouch that leads to same result
ouch , ouches

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally an onomatopoeic interjection imitating the sound of pain.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'ouch' is used in many languages as an interjection for pain.

2. In some cultures, people believe that saying 'ouch' aloud when you hurt yourself can help reduce the pain.

3. The word 'ouch' has been used in various forms of art and literature, such as poetry and music, to express the sensation of pain.

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Related Concepts

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1. pain: A physical or emotional sensation caused by injury or damage.

2. interjection: A word or phrase used to express strong emotion, often in response to a sudden situation.

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Culture

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In literature, 'ouch' is often used to emphasize the suddenness or intensity of pain or discomfort.

How to Memorize "ouch"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself touching something hot or sharp and feeling the sensation of pain. Visualize yourself saying 'ouch' in response.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ouch' with the feeling of pain or discomfort. Remember, it's an interjection used to express that sensation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase, such as 'On Unpleasant Cuts Hurt' to remember the meaning of 'ouch'.

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