Korean phrase
아이고. a i go
Meaning
Oh dear
When to use it
This short exclamation expresses surprise or sympathy. It is used in everyday speech when someone is hurt or has had bad luck, and it can sound slightly old-fashioned.
Example dialogue
아이고, 괜찮으세요? a i go kwaen cha neu se yo
Oh dear, are you okay?
네, 괜찮아요. 감사합니다. ne kwaen cha na yo kam sa ham ni da
Yes, I'm okay. Thank you.