eh

interjection

ˈā  ˈe 

ˈa(i)

also with h preceding and/or with nasalization

—used to ask for confirmation or repetition or to express inquiry

—used especially in Canadian English in anticipation of the listener's or reader's agreement

Examples of eh in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Boston Bruins Hmm, debuts against the Bruins, eh … Does this guy count as obscure? — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

During his time with Boeing, eh worked on the Delta program beginning in 1997 including the initial launches of Delta IV. — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Aug. 2026

Adrienne Roberts There's no mistaking this is a Canadian event, eh? — Adrienne Roberts, Freep.com, 24 July 2026

In an industry where even the most seemingly solid groups and duos break up (eh hem, The Neptunes…), producers feud, and creative partnerships often collapse under ego, Jam and Lewis have never publicly imploded. — Datwon Thomas, VIBE.com, 9 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English ey

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for eh

• des
• heh
• yeh
• kopje
• tempeh
• yahweh
• pirouette

Medical Definition

Eh

symbol

standard oxidation-reduction potential