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How do you say oh boy in French?

There isn't a direct translation for "oh boy" in French that captures the same playful, surprised, or excited feeling. However, depending on the context, here are some options:

For expressing excitement or surprise:

* Oh là là ! - This is the most common and versatile expression, conveying surprise, amazement, or even delight.

* Eh bien ! - This expresses surprise or "well, well, well" in a slightly more neutral tone.

* Tiens donc ! - This expresses surprise and curiosity, similar to "well I never!"

* Ah, ça alors ! - This is a more informal and playful way to express surprise, similar to "oh my goodness!"

For expressing a sense of dread or disappointment:

* Oh mon dieu ! - This conveys a sense of despair, frustration, or dismay.

* Pfff ! - This is a dismissive sound that expresses annoyance or disappointment.

* Pas de chance ! - This means "bad luck!" and conveys a sense of misfortune.

For a playful, casual tone:

* Eh, ouais ! - This is a very informal way to express agreement or excitement, similar to "Yeah, man!"

* Ah, chouette ! - This means "Ah, great!" and conveys a sense of enthusiasm.

The best translation depends on the specific context and the feeling you want to convey.

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