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• interjection

1

Used to ask someone to repeat something that was not heard or understood clearly, or to express mild surprise or inquiry.

Example

"Eh? What did you say about the schedule changing?"

2

Canadian Used at the end of a statement or question to invite agreement, confirmation, or continued attention from the listener.

Example

"It sure is a cold morning out there today, eh?"

3

Used to express indifference, lack of enthusiasm, or mediocrity.

Example

"Eh, the movie was alright, but I probably wouldn't watch it a second time."

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Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in Middle English as an instinctive vocalization used to express inquiry, surprise, or a prompt for confirmation.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Eh. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/eh
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