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嗯
èn
Description
“嗯”是一个很常用的语气词，说话的时候常常用它来回答别人。
"嗯" is a very common interjection, often used to respond to others when speaking.
它可以表示“是的”“好的”，也可以表示你在想事情或者不太确定。
It can mean "yes" or "okay," and also show that you are thinking or unsure.
Meanings
嗯èn
yes; uh-huh; used to show agreement
嗯，我知道了。
Hmm, I got it.
嗯ńg
hmm; used when thinking or uncertain
嗯……让我想一想。
Hmm... let me think.
嗯ňg
huh?; used to ask or express surprise
嗯？你说什么？
Hmm? What did you say?
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
mainly spoken; very common in chat and casual conversation to signal agreement or acknowledgment.
- Etymology
an onomatopoeic interjection whose tone changes the meaning (falling = yes, rising = huh).
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