duh

American

[duh] / dʌ /

interjection

(used to express annoyance at banality, obviousness, or stupidity.)

duh British

/ dɜː /

interjection

slang an ironic response to a question or statement, implying that the speaker is stupid or that the reply is obvious

how did you get in here? – through the door, duh

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Etymology

Origin of duh

An Americanism dating back to 1960–65

Example Sentences

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duh

Now it has been overtaken globally by China’s BYD—which began, duh, as a battery company.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026

Whether it’s a true threat that could be prosecuted on its own, that’s a different question, but whether it’s quite obviously designed to intimidate Jack Smith, yeah, duh.

From Slate ● Aug. 9, 2023

“I was like, ‘And then he stands up and we hear, duh duh duh duh ...

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 6, 2023

Penix and Odunze have developed chemistry — because, duh.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 20, 2022

“Means family. Related. Blood,” she rattled off, flashing a duh face.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

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