ooh

American  

[oo] / u /

interjection

1. (used to express amazement, satisfaction, excitement, etc.)

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noun

1. the exclamation “ooh.”

verb (used without object)

1. to utter or exclaim “ooh.”

idioms

1. ooh and aah, to exclaim in wonder or admiration.

   The crowds oohed and aahed at the spectacular fireworks.

ooh British  

/ uː /

interjection

1. an exclamation of surprise, pleasure, pain, etc

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Etymology

Origin of ooh

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

The oohing and aahing people express toward the inky-eyed panda have made the bear not only an international sensation—but the de facto symbol of China itself.

From Literature

“I think that smile, it wasn’t like a — it was like an ‘ooh’, you know, like, one of those,” Cunningham said, making a grimace.

From Los Angeles Times

Fatherhood is like, ooh man, it’s a process.

From Los Angeles Times

If you haven’t seen the Panthers this season to be oohed and aahed, don’t worry.

From Los Angeles Times

She outclassed Santos on the feet, attacking with an array of kicks, knees, elbows and punches, bringing "oohs" from the crowd, as the Brazilian struggled to defend herself.

From BBC