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UK//əʊ ˈrɪəli//US//oʊ ˈrɪli//

Meaning of Oh really

An expression indicating disbelief or surprise.

In simple words: An expression showing surprise or disbelief.

Oh really in a sentence

  • You got a promotion? Oh really!
  • She's moving to Paris next month? Oh really?
  • He won the lottery? Oh really...

How to use Oh really

Used in conversations when responding to surprising or unexpected information. Can vary in tone from genuine interest to sarcasm depending on context.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a surprised 'Oh!' followed by a question about something.

Related words

Collocations with Oh really

Synonyms for Oh really

Opposites of Oh really

Common mistakes with Oh really

  • 'Oh really' is sometimes used too formally in casual settings.
  • Learners may confuse it with 'Oh, really?' at the start of a sentence.
  • Using 'oh really' without proper intonation can make it sound flat.

Compare Oh really with Really, You don't say, Seriously

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Frequently asked questions about Oh really

What does Oh really mean?

An expression showing surprise or disbelief.

What is the definition of Oh really?

An expression indicating disbelief or surprise.

How do you use Oh really in a sentence?

You got a promotion? Oh really!

Can you give another example of Oh really?

She's moving to Paris next month? Oh really?

What are synonyms for Oh really?

Common alternatives include really?, is that so?, you don't say, seriously?.

What is the opposite of Oh really?

Opposite meanings include no way, I doubt it, not true.

What words go with Oh really?

It commonly pairs with oh really!, oh really?, say oh really.

What are common mistakes when using Oh really?

'Oh really' is sometimes used too formally in casual settings. Learners may confuse it with 'Oh, really?' at the start of a sentence. Using 'oh really' without proper intonation can make it sound flat.

How do you pronounce Oh really?

US: //oʊ ˈrɪli//, UK: //əʊ ˈrɪəli//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Oh really?

Used in conversations when responding to surprising or unexpected information. Can vary in tone from genuine interest to sarcasm depending on context.