• A short phrase used when the speaker suddenly notices, remembers, or realizes something.
  • Often used in informal conversation and among friends or acquaintances.

Meaning

oh; ah

Example Sentences

  • あっ、(はは)からメールです。
    Oh, I got an email from my mother.
  • あっ、(いま)何時(なんじ)ですか。
    Oh, what time is it now?
  • あっ、明日(あした)、あなたの誕生日(たんじょうび)ですね。
    Oh, tomorrow is your birthday, isn't it?

Tags

JLPT N5