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How is the word ¡ay! translated from Spanish to English

Se usa para expresar tristeza o pesar.

Used to express sadness or regret.

interjection
English translation
Alas

Examples with “¡ay!”

See how the word “¡ay!” is used in sentences

  • ¡Ay, perdimos el último tren! — Alas, we missed the last train.

  • La tienda estaba cerrada, ¡ay! — The shop was closed, alas.

  • ¡Ay, no hay nada más que pueda hacer! — Alas, there is nothing more I can do.

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¡locura y valor! Foolishness and courage! ¡qué casualidad verte aquí! Fancy meeting you here ¡salud! Cheers ¿A dónde te diriges? Where are you off to ¿aceptan tarjeta? Do you take cards? ¿alguna pregunta? any questions ¿cuánto pagaste por eso? how much did you pay for that ¿Cómo estás? how are you

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FAQ about “¡ay!”

How is “¡ay!” translated from Spanish?
“¡ay!” translates into English as “Alas”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “¡ay!” mean?
Meaning of “¡ay!”: Se usa para expresar tristeza o pesar. In English — “Alas”.
What part of speech is “¡ay!”?
“¡ay!” is an interjection.
Where can I see examples with “¡ay!”?
Example sentences with “¡ay!” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “¡ay!”?
Add “¡ay!” to your VibeLing vocabulary: you get the translation, transcription and examples, and spaced repetition brings the word back right when you start to forget it.