huh
[hʌ]
[hə]
"Huh" is a sound people make when they don't understand what's being said or are surprised by something. It can be like a question mark in speech.
When you hear someone say "huh", it usually means they didn't catch what the other person was saying or want to ask for clarification. They might even repeat what the other person just said, trying to make sure they got it right. Sometimes "huh" is used when someone is thinking really hard about something and needs a moment to process it. It can be like a little pause button in conversation.
How common is "huh"?
Word huh is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
interjection
(with falling pitch) used to express amusement or subtle surprise.
Example: Huh! I'm sure I locked it when I left.
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Real examples of "huh" in context
