Meaning of the word oof in English

What does oof mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

oof

US /uːf/
UK /uːf/

Interjection

an exclamation used to express discomfort, pain, or surprise, often in a humorous or exaggerated way

Example:
Oof, that was a close call!
Oof, I ate too much.