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uh

[ uh, uhn ]

interjection

  1. (used to indicate hesitation, doubt, or a pause.)
  2. huh.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of uh1

First recorded in 1595–1605
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Example Sentences

“That’s, uh, not planned,” the “Viva la Vida” singer remarked as he readjusted his mic pack and climbed back onto the stage.

You might be against abortion but rights to IVF and, uh, not dying of septic shock seem pretty widely shared among people who are paying attention.

From Slate

“Uh…,” said Trump before pivoting to talk about how 51 former intelligence agents aligned with Joe Biden had falsely suggested that stories about his son Hunter Biden’s laptop were Russian disinformation.

From BBC

Uh, what about just washing the produce?

From Slate

In the video, a bystander can be heard saying “Uh oh, too far” as the second parachute passes overhead.

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