oh là là
oh my / wow / oh dear
Beginner Interjection
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Pronunciation
/o la la/
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Cultural Note
Contrary to what Hollywood taught you, this is NOT said seductively while twirling a baguette. In real France, 'oh là là' expresses exasperation, surprise, or concern — more 'oh dear' than 'oh baby.' The more 'là's you add, the more intense the emotion: 'oh là là' = mild surprise, 'oh là là là là' = the kitchen is on fire. French people say this approximately 47 times per day. It is the most French sound a human can make.
📝 Example Sentences
Oh là là, il fait super chaud aujourd'hui !
Oh my, it's super hot today!
Oh là là là là, quel bordel !
Oh my god, what a mess!