How to pronounce eh
Say it like EH. Eh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- EH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eh pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of eh
American and British speakers say eh in essentially the same way: /ɛ/ in the US and /eɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: AY.
What does eh mean?
- Used as a tag question, to emphasize what goes before or to request that the listener express an opinion about what has been said.“These hot dogs are pretty good, eh?”
- In isolation, a request for repetition or clarification of what has just been said.“, I've been studying Graphiurus murinus., Eh? Studying what?”
- In isolation, expressing surprise or confusion.“, You're going to be a dad!, Eh? You're joking!”
- To use the interjection eh.
- Of mediocre quality; unremarkable.“My French fries were eh.”
Where does eh come from?
The Philippine sense is possibly influenced by Tagalog e and/or Spanish eh.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with eh
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of eh.
Questions about saying eh
How do you pronounce eh?
Say EH. The American pronunciation is /ɛ/. In British English it is /eɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eh?
Eh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: EH.
Do Americans and Brits say eh the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛ/ and the British form is /eɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.