Pah

usgb/pɑː/
interjection

Used to express disgust or contempt.

Pah! I don't like this food.
Visual representation of "pah" - Used to express disgust or contempt

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Strong Dislike

Use 'pah' to show strong immediate dislike towards something, indicating rejection.

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Pah, I can't stand the smell of this cheese.
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Emotive Reaction

'Pah' often conveys an instant emotional response; it's like an exclamation mark in word form.

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Pah! That joke is in poor taste.
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Colloquial Context

'Pah' is mostly used in casual conversation rather than formal writing or speech.

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He got promoted again? Pah, what did he do to deserve that?
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