Leh
Leh (particle) means a Singlish/Singapore English sentence-ending particle used to soften a disagreement, offer a tentative suggestion, or gently remind the listener of something. Example: “I thought we were meeting at six leh.”
How to use Leh
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small word Singaporeans and Malaysians tack onto the end of a sentence to soften what they're saying — a gentle disagreement, a reminder, or a tentative suggestion.
Colloquial Singlish/Manglish; not used in formal or written standard English.
Think of it as a tone-softener, similar to how "though" or "you know" can soften a sentence in casual English.
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Lehs plural
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"I thought we were meeting at six _____."
Etymology
Two main origins: * Borrowed from German Leh, perhaps an altered spelling of Löh. * Borrowed from Khmer.
Rhymes for Leh
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What does “Leh” mean?
The word “Leh” means a Singlish/Singapore English sentence-ending particle used to soften a disagreement, offer a tentative suggestion, or gently remind the listener of something. In plain terms, a small word Singaporeans and Malaysians tack onto the end of a sentence to soften what they're saying — a gentle disagreement, a reminder, or a tentative suggestion.
How do you pronounce “Leh”?
“Leh” is pronounced lay (/leɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Leh” in a sentence?
Here is “Leh” used in a sentence: “"I thought we were meeting at six leh.".”
What part of speech is “Leh”?
“Leh” is a particle.