eh

American  

[ey, e] / eɪ, ɛ /

interjection

1. (an interrogative utterance, usually expressing surprise or doubt or seeking confirmation).

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eh ¹ British  

/ eɪ /

interjection

1. an exclamation used to express questioning surprise or to seek the repetition or confirmation of a statement or question

   Eh? What did you say?

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eh ² British  

abbreviation

1. Western Sahara

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Example Sentences

“People don’t leave immediately, but eventually they’re like, eh, it doesn’t have the same kick.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

I’m not sure how a submarine is supposed to do that, but, eh, it’s a reason.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2025

The Scotland defence was kept rather busy on Friday night, let’s hope it’s quieter for Clark and co tonight, eh?

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2024

I never would, but David has made a career out of reminding the world that propriety is, eh, not really his thing.

From Salon • Feb. 9, 2024

“Of course. If you want to look up some more things in Chambers, help yourself any time. But”—he smiled—“after the chandlery closes, eh? Not in the middle of the afternoon.”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham