Duh: meaning, definitions and examples
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duh
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expressing obviousness
The term 'duh' is commonly used to signify that something is obvious or self-evident. It often conveys a sense of disdain for what is perceived as a silly question or statement. The expression is typically informal and can indicate impatience. It became popularized in the late 20th century, particularly in youth culture and slang.
Synonyms
certainly, obviously, of course.
Examples of usage
- Duh, everyone knows that!
- You forgot your keys? Duh!
- The sky is blue. Duh.
- Are you really asking me that? Duh!
Translations
Translations of the word "duh" in other languages:
๐ต๐น duh
๐ฎ๐ณ เคกเฅเคน
๐ฉ๐ช duh
๐ฎ๐ฉ duh
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะพัะธัั
๐ต๐ฑ duh
๐ฏ๐ต ใใ
๐ซ๐ท duh
๐ช๐ธ duh
๐น๐ท duh
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏูู
๐จ๐ฟ duh
๐ธ๐ฐ duh
๐จ๐ณ ๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ duh
๐ฎ๐ธ duh
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแฐ
๐ฆ๐ฟ duh
๐ฒ๐ฝ duh
Etymology
The word 'duh' appears to have originated in the early 20th century, with some evidence tracing its use back to the 1940s. It was initially recorded in the 1943 edition of the magazine 'The New Yorker' in an article that highlighted its use among soldiers during World War II. However, it truly gained popular traction in the 1990s, particularly in American English, fueled by its frequent use in television shows and movies, especially those aimed at younger audiences. One notable instance of its pop culture impact is its regular use in the character of 'Lisa Simpson' on 'The Simpsons,' where it often served to underline the character's sarcasm or frustration. The term has now become a staple in informal conversations, conveying redundancy or the obviousness of a statement. Its simplicity and succinctness have made it an enduring part of modern slang, utilized to dismiss what is perceived as ignorance.