uh
Pronunciation: [ʌ]
Word
Context: "pause or hesitation"
(interjection) a sound people make when they are thinking or unsure about something. It's like a little pause while your brain is working to find the right words.
Example
Uh, I think I remember where I put my backpack.
Example
I didn't say 'uh' because I knew the answer right away.
Example
Why did you say 'uh' before answering the question?
Context: "surprise or confusion"
(interjection) a sound people make when they are surprised or confused about something. It can show that you didn't expect something to happen.
Example
Uh, I didn't know you were coming to the party!
Example
I was not surprised, so I didn't say 'uh' when I saw him.
Example
Did you say 'uh' when you found out the news?
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