intj

shucks

shuhks

Shucks (intj) means an exclamation of mild disappointment. Example: “Shucks, I missed the bus by two minutes.”

intj

An exclamation of mild disappointment.

"Shucks, I missed the bus by two minutes."

A shy or modest response to a compliment or thanks.

""Shucks, it was nothing," he said, blushing."

How to use shucks

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA folksy way of saying "oh well" or "aw, it was nothing."

When to use it

Informal and a little old-fashioned or rural in tone.

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_____, I missed the bus by two minutes.

From "shuck," originally something considered worthless.

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What does “shucks” mean?

The word “shucks” means an exclamation of mild disappointment. In plain terms, a folksy way of saying "oh well" or "aw, it was nothing.".

How do you pronounce “shucks”?

“Shucks” is pronounced shuhks (/ʃʌks/ in IPA).

How do you use “shucks” in a sentence?

Here is “shucks” used in a sentence: “Shucks, I missed the bus by two minutes.”

What part of speech is “shucks”?

“Shucks” is an intj.

How many meanings does “shucks” have?

“Shucks” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an exclamation of mild disappointment.