Meaning of Oh look
An expression used to draw attention to something noticeable or interesting.
In simple words: A way to draw attention to something surprising or interesting.
Oh look in a sentence
- Oh look, there's a rainbow in the sky!
- Oh look, your favorite song is playing!
- Oh look at that cute dog over there.
- Oh look, it's snowing outside!
- Oh look, I found the keys under the couch.
How to use Oh look
"Oh look" is casual, often used among friends. It usually expresses surprise or excitement about something.
Grammar pattern
standalone greeting
Memory hint
Imagine saying 'Oh look!' when you see a puppy unexpectedly.
Related words
Collocations with Oh look
- Oh look at that
- Oh look who's here
- Oh look over there
- Oh look what I found
- Oh look at this
Synonyms for Oh look
- Hey look
- Check this out
- Look here
- Notice this
- See this
Common mistakes with Oh look
- Overusing it in formal contexts where a more appropriate phrase is required.
- Forgetting to capitalize 'Oh' at the beginning of a sentence.
- Using it too late to capture someone's attention.
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Frequently asked questions about Oh look
What does Oh look mean?
A way to draw attention to something surprising or interesting.
What is the definition of Oh look?
An expression used to draw attention to something noticeable or interesting.
How do you use Oh look in a sentence?
Oh look, there's a rainbow in the sky!
Can you give another example of Oh look?
Oh look, your favorite song is playing!
What are synonyms for Oh look?
Common alternatives include Hey look, Check this out, Look here, Notice this, See this.
What words go with Oh look?
It commonly pairs with Oh look at that, Oh look who's here, Oh look over there, Oh look what I found, Oh look at this.
What are common mistakes when using Oh look?
Overusing it in formal contexts where a more appropriate phrase is required. Forgetting to capitalize 'Oh' at the beginning of a sentence. Using it too late to capture someone's attention.
How do you pronounce Oh look?
US: //oʊ lʊk//, UK: //əʊ lʊk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Oh look formal or informal?
"Oh look" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Oh look?
"Oh look" is casual, often used among friends. It usually expresses surprise or excitement about something.