How to Pronounce Eh

To pronounce "eh", say EH — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “eh”

"eh" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with pirouette and des, if that helps it stick.

What does eh mean?

verb

  1. To use the interjection eh

adjective

  1. (predicative only) Of mediocre quality; unremarkable.

    “My French fries were eh.”

interjection

  1. Used as a tag question, to emphasise what goes before or to request that the listener express an opinion about what has been said.

    “These hot dogs are pretty good, eh?”

  2. In isolation, a request for repetition or clarification of what has just been said. Compare what, pardon.

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Words that rhyme with eh

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pirouettedesyehhehrehaghazadehaqazadehbuehsiehindustriellekittanehkreh

Related words

choykosarhuhhmhmmuhumerm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eh"?▾

"Eh" has one syllable.

What does "eh" mean?▾

Eh: To use the interjection eh

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