uh
“uh” means “uh” in Spanish (filler word while thinking).
uh, um
Also: er
📝 In Action
Uh... no estoy seguro de la respuesta.
A1Uh... I'm not sure of the answer.
¿Puedes ayudarme? — Uh, sí, claro, ¿qué necesitas?
A1Can you help me? — Um, yeah, of course, what do you need?
Necesito comprar... uh... pan, leche y huevos.
A2I need to buy... uh... bread, milk, and eggs.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: uh
Question 1 of 1
When would you most likely say 'uh' in a conversation?
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📚 Etymology▼
Onomatopoeic. This word is a natural sound humans make when pausing to think. It's not derived from Latin or another language but is a direct representation of a vocalization.
First recorded: N/A (spoken language)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it bad to use 'uh' when speaking Spanish?
Not at all! Using filler words like 'uh' is a natural part of speaking any language. While you don't want to use them in every sentence, using them occasionally makes your speech sound more authentic and less robotic.
Are 'uh' and 'eh' the same?
They are used in the same way, as a sound to fill a pause. Some people tend to use one more than the other, but they mean the same thing. You can use whichever feels more natural to you.