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うーん — meaning in English

ūn

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English meaning

  • hmm intj A sound made to show you're thinking, hesitating, or considering something.
  • uh intj A filler sound used while thinking or hesitating in speech.
  • well adv In a good, skillful, or satisfactory way.

Senses

うーん is used for these senses in English:

  • hmm Indicates thinking or pondering.
  • uh Expression of thought, confusion, or uncertainty.
  • uh Space filler or pause during conversation.
  • well Used as a question to demand an answer from someone.

hmm — full definition

  1. intj A sound made to show you're thinking, hesitating, or considering something.
  2. intj A sound expressing mild surprise, doubt, or being caught off guard.

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