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唉

ài

interjection of sighing or resignation; expression of helplessness

HSK 5

Pronunciation

唉ài4

Fourth tone: falling

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Usage in this example

Used as an initial interjection expressing a sigh of resignation or helplessness, as when unable to solve a question despite trying.

Example sentence

唉,这道题我怎么也做不对。

Āi, zhè dào tí wǒ zěnme yě zuò bù duì.

Sigh, no matter how I try, I just can't get this question right.

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