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Meaning of oy | Babel Free

Interjection CEFR C2 Standard
ɔɪ

Definitions

  1. An exclamation typically expressing mild frustration or expressing feelings of uncertainty or concern.
  2. Alternative spelling of oi (“hey, hi, yo”).
    alt-of, alternative

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

oy gevalt oy vavoy oy vay oy vey oyez P U

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