uh

interjection
UK: /ʌ/
US: /ʌ/

  1. Used to show you are thinking about what to say.

    1. Uh, I don't know the answer to that question.
    2. Let me think, uh, I believe her name was Emily, yes, that’s right.

  2. Used to express hesitation or uncertainty.

    1. Uh, maybe I'll go to the party later.
    2. I am, uh, not entirely sure about whether that's really a great idea, honestly.

  3. Used to indicate that you didn't hear or understand something.

    1. Uh? What did you say?
    2. Uh, I am sorry, can you please repeat what you just said to me again?

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "uh" in English means: Used to show you are thinking about what to say., Used to express hesitation or uncertainty., Used to indicate that you didn't hear or understand something..

The phonetic transcription of "uh" is /ʌ/ in British English and /ʌ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "uh": "Uh, I don't know the answer to that question.". More examples on the page.