Huh: meaning, definitions and examples

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huh

 

[ hสŒ ]

Interjection
Context #1 | Interjection

expression of confusion

The term 'huh' is used as an expression of confusion or uncertainty. It often indicates that the speaker did not hear or understand what was just said. In conversation, it can prompt others to clarify or repeat their statement. 'Huh' is frequently employed in informal settings and can also convey surprise or a request for more information.

Synonyms

eh, excuse me, pardon, what

Examples of usage

  • Huh? I didn't catch that.
  • He said what? Huh!
  • Huh, that's interesting!

Translations

Translations of the word "huh" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hรฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅ‚เค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช huh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ huh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ huh

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใฏใ‚

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hein

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ eh

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hฤฑh

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ huh

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ huh

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ“ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ huh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ huh

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ›

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hฤฑh

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ eh

Etymology

The interjection 'huh' has an uncertain etymology, but it is believed to be a universal expression found in many languages. Some linguists trace its roots to early forms of human communication, where sounds were used to convey confusion or surprise. Over time, 'huh' has become a staple in casual conversation in English and other languages, indicating a variety of reactions from ignorance to curiosity. It serves as a linguistic tool to keep dialogues flowing, allowing speakers to signal their need for clarification or show their surprise at a statement. Surprisingly, research suggests that 'huh' may be instinctive, emerging organically in human speech as a way to manage conversational turns effectively. Its simplicity and versatility make it a widely recognized vocalization.