euh

/ø/
1.
interjection

hesitation filler (equivalent to English 'um' / 'uh')

Euh... je ne sais pas trop quoi répondre.

Um... I don't really know what to reply.

Synonyms:heu, ben, hum

Notes

GENERAL INFO

Euh is a common French interjection, similar to English "um" or "uh." It's a filler word used when someone is thinking, hesitating, or searching for the right words.

USAGE

It signals a pause in speech, giving the speaker time to formulate their thoughts. You'll hear it often when someone is trying to recall information, soften a direct statement, or simply bridge a gap in conversation.

PRONUNCIATION

Pronounced like the "u" in "fur" in British English or the "uh" sound in "duh" in American English. It's a single, often drawn-out sound, usually accompanied by a slight upward intonation.

euh - French Definition & Examples