哎哟

āi yō

HSK 2.0 Level 6 Uncommon

Definitions

1. hey
2. ow
3. ouch
4. interjection of pain or surprise

Word relationships

Register variants

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• 哎唷 āi yō 哎唷 āi yō interjection of pain or surprise 哎唷 is a variant written form; similar pronunciation and usage, but less common.: interjection of pain or surprise

Related words

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• 啊 a 啊 a modal particle ending sentence, showing affirmation, approval, or consent Another interjection, but less specifically for pain or sudden surprise.: modal particle ending sentence, showing affirmation, approval, or consent

Synonyms

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• 哎呀 āi yā 哎呀 āi yā interjection of wonder, shock or admiration Both are interjections expressing surprise, pain, or annoyance.: interjection of wonder, shock or admiration

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Learners often overuse 哎哟 in formal contexts; it is very colloquial and should be avoided in writing or polite speech.

Example Sentences

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哎哟 ，好疼！

Ouch, that hurts!

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Child Words of 哎哟

• 哎 哎 āi: hey!
• 哟 哟 yō: Oh! (interjection indicating slight surprise)
• 哟 哟 yo: (sentence-final particle expressing exhortation)