English-Dutch translations for whew

• oef

Definition of whew

• An expressive sound made indicating the release of one's inner tension; the release of breath; an expression of relief
• An expression of amazement or surprise
• To whistle with a shrill pipe, like a plover
• To bustle about

Examples

• from strenuous labour) Whew! That box weighs a ton!
• from intense concern) Whew! Thank goodness youʼre safe! I thought something terrible had happened to you!
• from fear of being seen) Whew! That cop didnʼt see me! That was a close call!

Related words

• when
• wheel
• wheat
• where
• whence
• whenever
• wherever
• overwhelm
• whey
• elsewhere