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ώπα
oops /ˈopa/
interjectionB2#2578 most common
Also: whoa, hey
Example sentences
Ώπα! Έριξα το ποτήρι.
Oops! I dropped the glass.
Ώπα, δεν ήθελα να σε πατήσω.
Oops, I didn't mean to step on you.
Ώπα, ξέχασα να κλείσω την πόρτα.
Oops, I forgot to close the door.
Ώπα! Αυτό δεν ήταν το σωστό κουμπί.
Oops! That wasn't the right button.
Ώπα, έκανα λάθος στην απάντηση.
Oops, I made a mistake in the answer.
Ώπα, δεν ήξερα ότι ήταν τόσο ακριβό.
Oops, I didn't know it was so expensive.
Word family
Etymology
The Modern Greek word 'ώπα' is an interjection used to express surprise or a mild apology, akin to 'oops' in English. Its usage in everyday language reflects a spontaneous reaction to unexpected situations.
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