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"Vaya" is a form of "vaya", an interjection which is often translated as "well". "Oh" is a form of "oh", an interjection which is often translated as "oh". Learn more about the difference between "vaya" and "oh" below.
vaya(
bah
-
yah
)
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a. well
¡Vaya, mira quién ha venido!Well, look who has come!
a. wow
¡Vaya! ¡Qué coche tan chévere se ha comprado!Wow! What a cool car he's bought for himself!
a. oh no
¡Vaya! Se me ha mojado el celular.Oh no! My cellphone got wet.
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
4.
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
(imperative; second person singular)
a. go
Vaya al supermercado y compre leche, por favor.Go to the store and buy some milk, please.
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oh(
oh
)
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a. oh
Se le ha caído la cartera. Aquí tiene. - ¡Oh, gracias!You dropped your wallet. Here you go. - Oh, thank you!
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