huh
Americaninterjection
interjection
Etymology
Origin of huh
First recorded in 1600–10
Example Sentences
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“But maybe for sure. You’re surprised it wasn’t me, huh? Then you know it’s bad.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 22, 2026
"Y’all ain’t gonna let nobody disrespect the West Coast, huh?" he asked, as the set drew to a close.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2024
It would be nice if we had a good revenue stream to support those trains and buses, especially for poorer and disabled New Yorkers, huh?
From Slate ● Jun. 6, 2024
“You lied about your son, you lied about your daughter, huh, you lied about them other kids that’s out there hoping that you come,” Lamar seethed.
From Salon ● May 7, 2024
“Lots of death, huh? Personally, I’m trying to avoid lots of death, but you guys have fun!”
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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