Huh (en. Huh)

/hʌ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
interjection
It is used to express disbelief or confusion.
When I told him the news, he simply said, 'Huh?'
Cuando le conté la noticia, simplemente dijo: 'Huh?'
Indicates that something that was said has not been understood.
I didn't hear well, can you repeat? Huh?
No escuché bien, ¿puedes repetir? Huh?
It is used to seek confirmation or clarification.
She looked at me and asked, 'Huh, is that true?'
Ella me miró y preguntó: 'Huh, eso es cierto?'

Etymology

The origin of 'huh' is unclear, but it is a common expression in many languages to indicate surprise or confusion.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Huh?
Expression used to ask for more information or clarity.
Huh?
Huh, seriously?
It is used to express disbelief at a statement.
Huh, en serio?
Huh, I didn't know that.
Indicates surprise upon receiving new information.
Huh, no lo sabía

Related Words

surprise
Feeling of astonishment or bewilderment.
sorpresa
confusion
Lack of clarity or understanding about something.
confusión
disbelief
Difficulty in believing something.
incredulidad

Slang Meanings

Surprise or bewilderment.
When I heard what happened, I could only say, 'Huh, I didn't expect that.'
Cuando escuché lo que pasó, solo pude decir: 'Huh, no lo esperaba.'
Indicator that someone did not understand what was said.
After explaining the joke, I only received a 'Huh?' in response.
Después de explicar la broma, solo recibí un 'Huh?' en respuesta.