Phew
/fjuː/ intj
intj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Intj
- 1 Used to express relief of tension, fatigue, or surprise.
"Phew, that took a long time to cook!"
- 2 Used to show disgust.
"Phew, it stinks in here!"
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More examples"Phew, that was a long sentence!"
Etymology
Attested since the early 17th century. An onomatopoeia for rapid exhalation, as one may make when a trying situation is over, or in order to get rid of an unpleasant odour. Compare Scots feuch, Spanish fu, Czech fuj, and many more such forms.