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
"What a game I played, huh," chuckled Djokovic.
From BBC • Dec. 30, 2024
In sum, cases could be made either way for a lot of things here, huh?
From Slate • Oct. 23, 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
“They forgot, huh? I’ve heard that before. But I suppose they can harvest squash. What is your name?” he asked Salvador, reaching for a piece of paper.
From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty
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