INTERJECTION

ach/aːx/oh; ah; alas

ach is a German interjection that means oh, ah, or alas. It is pronounced /aːx/.

Definitions

1.used to express surprise, realization, relief, sadness, or other emotion(surprise, recognition, emotion)

a.expressing realization or understanding

Ach so, jetzt verstehe ich.Oh, now I understand.

b.expressing disappointment or regret

Ach, schade, dass du nicht kommen kannst.Oh, it's a pity you can't come.

c.expressing relief or enjoyment

Ach, das tut gut!Ah, that feels good!

Frequently asked questions

What does "ach" mean in English?
"ach" means oh, ah, or alas. It is a German interjection.
How do you pronounce "ach"?
"ach" is pronounced /aːx/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "ach"?
"ach" is a interjection in German.

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