Wow - translation, pronunciation and examples
wow
used to show surprise or admiration
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When to use wow
wow, toll
wow, unglaublich
wow, fantastisch
wow, großartig
wow, brillant
wow usage examples
Similar words
вау — used to show surprise or admiration
An interjection of surprise, realization, or mild emotion; close to “wow” but usually softer and more general.
An interjection often used for understanding, mild disappointment, or soft surprise; less enthusiastic than “wow.”
A cry of joy and triumph; it expresses excitement or success rather than simple surprise.
An expression of disgust, disapproval, or criticism; it is the opposite of “wow” because it is negative.
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What's the difference between wow / oh / ach / hurra / pfui / erstaunlich
вау — used to show surprise or admiration
Wow, das ist ja großartig!
Вау, это же просто отлично!
An interjection of surprise, realization, or mild emotion; close to “wow” but usually softer and more general.
Oh, das ist ja eine tolle Idee!
О, это же отличная идея!
An interjection often used for understanding, mild disappointment, or soft surprise; less enthusiastic than “wow.”
Ach, jetzt verstehe ich es!
Ах, теперь я это понимаю!
A cry of joy and triumph; it expresses excitement or success rather than simple surprise.
Hurra, wir haben gewonnen!
Ура, мы выиграли!
An expression of disgust, disapproval, or criticism; it is the opposite of “wow” because it is negative.
Pfui, das schmeckt mir gar nicht!
Фу, это мне совсем не нравится на вкус!
An adjective meaning “astonishing” or “amazing”; it describes something surprising, but it is not an interjection itself.
Das ist wirklich erstaunlich!
Это действительно удивительно!
An adjective meaning “impressive”; it stresses a strong positive impression, admiration, or respect.
Deine Leistung ist beeindruckend.
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How to pronounce wow and what this word means
wow translation: вау. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce wow
/vaʊ̯/
wow translation
вау
wow examples
Wow, das ist ja großartig!
wow transcription
/vaʊ̯/
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wow meaning: what does it mean?
wird verwendet, um Überraschung oder Bewunderung auszudrücken
wow pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
wow is pronounced as /vaʊ̯/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
wow definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Wow, das ist ja großartig! Translation: Вау, это же просто отлично!
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