uh

A2 Topic:General Vocabulary

US /ʌː/ UK /ʌː/ See IPA manual

Freq #146

Meanings

1

intj
used to mark hesitation, uncertainty, or a pause while speaking

Uh, I need a moment to check the figures.
2

intj
used to express mild doubt, discomfort, or confusion

Uh, that is not the route we agreed on.

Thesaurus

Synonyms

1 intj · used to mark hesitation,... umerm

2 intj · used to express mild doubt,... huh

Word family

Related forms erermhuh-uhnuh-uhohuh-huhuh-ohuh-uhumunh-uhyuh-uh

Etymology

An imitative vocalization representing a natural hesitation sound; compare um and British erm.

Topics

General Vocabulary

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