uff da
/ˈʊfdə/
uff da interjection: expressing surprise, dismay, relief, exhaustion, or a sudden shock to the senses.
Interjection
- Expressing surprise, dismay, relief, exhaustion, or a sudden shock to the senses.
Forms of uff da
| alternative form | offda |
|---|---|
| alternative form | oofda |
| alternative form | oofta |
| alternative form | uffda |
| alternative form | uffdah |
Origin of uff da
From Norwegian, brought to the US by Scandinavian settlers.
Questions about uff da
- What does uff da mean?
- Uff da means expressing surprise, dismay, relief, exhaustion, or a sudden shock to the senses.
- What part of speech is uff da?
- Uff da is an interjection.
- How do you pronounce uff da?
- Uff da is pronounced /ˈʊfdə/.
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