interjection
Uncommon
meh
meh
Meh (interjection) means used to express indifference, boredom, or a lack of enthusiasm. Example: “Meh," she shrugged, "it was an okay film.”
interjection
1
Used to express indifference, boredom, or a lack of enthusiasm.
""Meh," she shrugged, "it was an okay film.""
"“That film was awesome!” — “Meh. I’ve seen better.”"
"“What do you want for dinner?” — “Meh. I’m not really hungry.”"
adjective
1
Unremarkable, mediocre, or uninspiring.
"The voice is excellent as always, but the overall effect was meh until the end, where he became a little bit awesome."
— Suzanne D, Recaps: Finals Week 8 Performances, 5/2/2006 (2006)
"The restaurant was fine, but the food was pretty meh."
How to use meh
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual way of saying "I don't really care" or "it was okay, nothing special."
When to use it
Very informal — internet and spoken slang, not used in formal writing.
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like meh.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Comparative
- more meh
- Superlative
- most meh
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
"_____," she shrugged, "it was an okay film."
Etymology
Popularized by The Simpsons in the 1990s, though it may ultimately trace back to a similar Yiddish expression of indifference.
Synonyms
View more →Related words
Frequently asked questions
What does “meh” mean?
The word “meh” means used to express indifference, boredom, or a lack of enthusiasm. In plain terms, a casual way of saying "I don't really care" or "it was okay, nothing special.".
How do you pronounce “meh”?
“Meh” is pronounced meh (/mɛ/ in IPA).
How do you use “meh” in a sentence?
Here is “meh” used in a sentence: “"Meh," she shrugged, "it was an okay film.".”
What part of speech is “meh”?
Depending on how it is used, “meh” can be an interjection and an adjective.
Where does the word “meh” come from?
The word “meh” dates back to around 1990 and comes from Yiddish. Popularized by The Simpsons in the 1990s, though it may ultimately trace back to a similar Yiddish expression of indifference.
Is “meh” a common word?
“Meh” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “meh” have?
“Meh” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to express indifference, boredom, or a lack of enthusiasm.
Featured in
Vocabulary lists that include meh:
