WordLens

aw

1 of 1interjection
/ɔː/
1

used to express affection, empathy, or endearment

  • Aw, look at the puppy sleeping in the sunbeam!
  • Aw, you brought me flowers?That's so sweet!
  • Aww, the ending of that movie was so touching.
  • Aww, look at her drawing us a picture!
2

used to express disappointment or annoyance in response to an unsatisfactory or unfortunate situation

  • Aw, the concert got canceled due to the storm.
  • Aw, the party didn't turn out as fun as we expected.
  • Aw, I forgot to submit my application before the deadline.
  • Aw, I didn't get the grade I was hoping for on the test.