eh

American  

[ey, e] / eɪ, ɛ /

interjection

1. (an interrogative utterance, usually expressing surprise or doubt or seeking confirmation).

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eh ¹ British  

/ eɪ /

interjection

1. an exclamation used to express questioning surprise or to seek the repetition or confirmation of a statement or question

   Eh? What did you say?

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eh ² British  

abbreviation

1. Western Sahara

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Example Sentences

“Jackson, take over for a bit, eh?”

From Literature

“First timer, eh?” he asks, offering me the crook of his elbow.

From Literature

“The band’s still playing and . . . there’s what, one or two movies after, eh?”

From Literature

“I really miss you. I don’t even have the words, eh? No words can explain the way I miss you.”

From Literature

“But I assured these men that you will be a proper wife. Last time I was here your father said you were doing some Shu needlework. Have you finished it yet? Bring it down so I can see it, eh?”

From Literature