Standard Lemma guide

uh-uh

intj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Sound

Pronunciation

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  • [ˈ(ʔ)ʌ̃˧.ʔʌ̃˩]
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intj

Meaning 1

no

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • "Have you eaten yet?" "Uh-uh..." "No way!"

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Likely imitative of non-verbal sounds used to indicate disagreement or discomfort. Compare nope, wherein the -p may represent closure often uttered at the end of the word no. Compare also um used to indicate hesitation. Attested from 1888.