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  1. adoiOuch! or oh no! Said when hurt or when something annoying happens. Also aduh, aduhai.Malay
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  2. aiyoAn all-purpose cry of dismay, pain or frustration, like 'oh dear'. Also spelt aiyoh.Rojak (mixed)
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  3. aiyoyoThe extra-dramatic version of aiyo, strongly associated with Tamil speakers but used by everyone.Tamil
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  4. alahaiA soft Malay sigh of pity, fondness or disappointment.Malay
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  5. alamakOh no! Said when something goes wrong or you suddenly realise a mistake.Malay
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  6. astagaOh my goodness! A mild Malay exclamation of shock.Malay
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