Ach
interjection
Expresses annoyance, impatience, or surprise.
Ach, I forgot to bring my umbrella.
Often appears as...
- ach well
- ach no
Usage tips
Colloquial
interjection
Expresses resignation, acceptance or sense of regret.
Ach, it can't be helped.
Often appears as...
- ach so
- ach well
Usage tips
Colloquial
interjection
Expresses annoyance, impatience, or surprise.
Ach, I forgot to bring my umbrella.
Often appears as...
- ach well
- ach no
Usage tips
Colloquial
interjection
Expresses resignation, acceptance or sense of regret.
Ach, it can't be helped.
Often appears as...
- ach so
- ach well
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Usage
Use 'ach' in casual situations, but avoid in formal writing or speaking.
Ach, I just missed the bus!
Pro Tip 2/3Express Emotion
'Ach' is a way to show feelings quickly, often used in daily conversations.
Ach, that's amazing news!
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Color
Understanding 'ach' can give insights into the emotions and expressions of British and Irish people.
Ach, this rain is typical for London.
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Usage
Use 'ach' in casual situations, but avoid in formal writing or speaking.
Ach, I just missed the bus!
Pro Tip 2/3Express Emotion
'Ach' is a way to show feelings quickly, often used in daily conversations.
Ach, that's amazing news!
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Color
Understanding 'ach' can give insights into the emotions and expressions of British and Irish people.
Ach, this rain is typical for London.
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Usage
Use 'ach' in casual situations, but avoid in formal writing or speaking.
Ach, I just missed the bus!
Pro Tip 2/3Express Emotion
'Ach' is a way to show feelings quickly, often used in daily conversations.
Ach, that's amazing news!
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Color
Understanding 'ach' can give insights into the emotions and expressions of British and Irish people.
Ach, this rain is typical for London.
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Quote examples
Tyler Winklevoss
American Businessman
Gemini is a spot bitcoin exchange. To use it, you sign up with Gemini.com and undergo the initial standard review process, similar to what you'd encounter at a traditional bank. Once you're through, you can ACH or wire cash to the platform, then begin buying and selling bitcoin.
Quote examples
Nadine Coyle
Irish Musician
Ach, I've never been one for big declarations or releasing statements.
Quote examples
Tyler Winklevoss
American Businessman
Gemini is a spot bitcoin exchange. To use it, you sign up with Gemini.com and undergo the initial standard review process, similar to what you'd encounter at a traditional bank. Once you're through, you can ACH or wire cash to the platform, then begin buying and selling bitcoin.
Quote examples
Nadine Coyle
Irish Musician
Ach, I've never been one for big declarations or releasing statements.
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