uh
Translation
er, um
Examples
I'd like, uh, a coffee, please.
I'd like, er, a coffee, please.
Uh, I'm not sure about that.
Er, I'm not sure about that.
Grammar Patterns
((interjection)) used to indicate hesitation. Er, I forgot his name.
Similar Words
Synonyms: um, er
Etymology
An onomatopoeic word representing a natural sound of hesitation.
Memory Tips
This is a 'filler word' used to pause while you think of what to say next.