Huh: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ค
huh
[ hส ]
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
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:
๐ต๐น hรฃ
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช huh
๐ฎ๐ฉ huh
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะผ
๐ต๐ฑ huh
๐ฏ๐ต ใฏใ
๐ซ๐ท hein
๐ช๐ธ eh
๐น๐ท hฤฑh
๐ฐ๐ท ์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุง
๐จ๐ฟ huh
๐ธ๐ฐ huh
๐จ๐ณ ๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ huh
๐ฎ๐ธ huh
๐ฐ๐ฟ ำะน
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hฤฑh
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.