English–Spanish
“sigh” in Spanish
How to say “sigh” in Spanish
“Sigh” in Spanish is uf.
Short audible exhalation signaling relief, fatigue, annoyance, or resignation.
Example sentences with uf
¡Uf, menos mal que encontré las llaves!
Phew, thank goodness I found the keys!
Tips for using uf
- A brief, sharp uf usually signals irritation while a longer, breathier uf signals relief or weariness, and it is informal speech rarely used in formal settings.
Other Spanish words for “sigh”
¿Por qué suspiras tan seguido?
Why do you sigh so often?