eh
4 synonyms for eh, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Intj — Added to the end of a statement to invite agreement or a reaction, similar to "right?" or "isn't it?"
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. intj
Used alone to ask someone to repeat what they just said.
“"Eh? Sorry, I didn't catch that."”
Etymology
Natural exclamation; first recorded mid-16th century. Perhaps an unstressed variant of aye (“yes, yeah”). The Philippine sense is possibly influenced by Tagalog e and/or Spanish eh.
Full origin of eh →Frequently asked questions
What does “eh” mean?
The word “eh” means added to the end of a statement to invite agreement or a reaction, similar to "right?" or "isn't it?". In plain terms, a casual filler word — used as a tag to invite agreement, or on its own to show confusion or ask for repetition.
How do you pronounce “eh”?
“Eh” is pronounced eh (/ɛ/ in IPA).
How do you use “eh” in a sentence?
Here is “eh” used in a sentence: “Nice weather today, eh?”
What part of speech is “eh”?
“Eh” is an intj.
Is “eh” a common word?
“Eh” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “eh” have?
“Eh” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: added to the end of a statement to invite agreement or a reaction, similar to "right?" or "isn't it?".
When do you use 'eh' at the end of a sentence?
'Eh' added to the end of a statement invites agreement or a reaction, working much like 'right?' or 'isn't it?' For example, 'Nice day, eh?' asks the listener to agree. It is casual and conversational rather than formal.
Is 'eh' Canadian?
'Eh' is strongly associated with Canadian English, where it is a well-known conversational tag. However, it is also used in other varieties of English, including in the UK, Scotland, and New Zealand, so it is not exclusively Canadian.
What is the difference between 'eh' and 'huh'?
Both can invite agreement or ask for something to be repeated. 'Eh' at the end of a statement typically seeks confirmation, as in 'Cold today, eh?' 'Huh' can do the same but often sounds more surprised or blunt, and it is more common in American English. Both are informal.
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