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

English translation
Alas
interjection

Se usa para expresar tristeza o pesar.

Used to express sadness or regret.

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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