interjection
huh
huh
interjection
1
Used to show confusion, surprise, or to ask someone to repeat what they said.
"Huh? I didn't catch that."
"Huh, I didn't expect that ending at all."
2
Added to the end of a sentence to turn it into a casual question, inviting agreement.
"Nice weather today, huh?"
"You're not from around here, huh?"
How to Use Huh
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual sound people make to show confusion, surprise, or to turn a statement into a question.
When to use it
Very informal — spoken and casual written English only.
Word Forms
Huhs plural
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Etymology
A natural exclamation recorded in English since around 1600; similar sounds exist in other languages, including Dutch.