oh well

This page is about the conversational phrase oh well

Meaning

You can say this if you're disappointed.

For example

  • "I'm too busy to come over tonight."
    "Oh well, maybe another night then."

  • "I'm sorry Emily, but I can't lend you the money."
    "Oh well, never mind. It was only for a holiday."

Quick Quiz

Catherine said "Oh well" after being told

a. she'd be getting the job

b. she might get the job

c. she wouldn't get the job
a) she'd be getting the job b) she might get the job c) she wouldn't get the job

Contributor: Matt Errey