what does it mean when people say "oh, woe is me"?

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2007-03-05 08:18:02 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Languages

Woe is like sorrow.
So to say "Woe is me" is like saying I am the definition of sorrow.
I'm very very sad.

2007-03-05 08:24:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋

To give you an example, lets say you get caught speeding and when you see those flashing blue lights, you say" woe is me" now, you get the idea.

2007-03-05 16:24:05 · answer #2 · answered by Auburn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Misfortune has fallen upon me. I am in trouble. I'm very miserable. http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/413900.html

2007-03-05 16:22:37 · answer #3 · answered by Doethineb 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋

It means they are feeling sorry for themselves.

2007-03-05 16:21:11 · answer #4 · answered by Emily & her mommy love Da Bears! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋