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omo

OH-moh · interjection · informal

A surprise exclamation, like 'oh my!'

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Definitions

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An exclamation of surprise or shock, comparable to 'oh my gosh.' Often doubled as 'omo omo.'

“Omo, did he really just do that live?”
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Literally 'child' in Yoruba, but used alone as an exclamation of surprise, shock, or disbelief, regardless of who or what is involved.

“Omo! Did you just see that near-miss on the road?”
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omo In A Sentence

Omo, did he really just do that live?

Origin & Usage

Korean 오모/어머 (eomeo), an exclamation of surprise.

People Also Ask

What does 'omo' mean?

It's an exclamation of surprise or shock, comparable to 'oh my!' or 'oh my gosh.'

How do you use 'omo'?

You say it in reaction to something surprising, and it's often doubled as 'omo omo' for extra emphasis.

Where does 'omo' come from?

It comes from the Korean exclamation 어머 (eomeo), used to express surprise.

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