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Meaning of 'Woe is me'

What does the saying 'Woe is me' mean?

Idiom: Woe is me

Meaning:

This means that you are sad or in a difficult situation. It's archaic, but still used.
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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