uh

[ʌ]

uh Definition

• 1. used to indicate a pause or hesitation in speech
• 2. used to express doubt or uncertainty

Using uh: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "uh" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Uh, I'm not sure if that's the right way to do it.

• Example

  Uh, can you repeat that again?

• Example

  I'll meet you at... uh... the coffee shop on Main Street.

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Summary: uh in Brief

The interjection 'uh' [ʌ] is used to indicate a pause or hesitation in speech, as well as to express doubt or uncertainty. It is commonly used in everyday conversation to signal a momentary lapse in thought or to buy time while thinking of what to say next.