Doh

An interjection, often used with a drawn-out pronunciation, expressing realization of a foolish action, a mistake, or the obviousness of something just understood, typically accompanied by a feeling of self-deprecation or frustration. It implies a belated understanding of a situation, often triggered by an easily avoidable error or a lapse in judgment. The term is most closely associated with Homer Simpson from the animated television series, 'The Simpsons', where it is frequently used. 'Doh' can also be employed to signify a general sense of exasperation or the predictability of a negative outcome. This word is best known for its comedic delivery, usually delivered with a slightly sarcastic or exasperated tone.

Doh meaning with examples

• I completely forgot to set the alarm! 'Doh!' Now I'm going to be late for work and probably get fired, this is exactly why i get fired from jobs I love. I can't believe I made such a simple oversight, I'm seriously never going to get anything right. What a complete failure i am.
• She spent an hour looking for her keys, only to realize they were in her pocket. 'Doh!' She facepalmed and laughed at her own absentmindedness, realizing how foolish she looked, and knowing deep down she made it obvious again. Such a dumb mistake.
• He mixed up the sugar and salt in the recipe. 'Doh!' The cake tasted awful, leaving him frustrated by his carelessness in following a very simple direction. He couldn't believe how badly he screwed this up, all because of his haste.
• They walked right past the exit they were supposed to use. 'Doh!' The driver exclaimed as they had to circle back, adding valuable time to their journey. Such a simple mistake to do! Why did this always happen?
• After accidentally deleting all his files, the programmer shouted, 'Doh!' The magnitude of his error was clear, forcing him to restart the entire project. This would be a painful process to recover from. So predictable.