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uh-uh en · INTJ

Pronunciation

• [ˈ(ʔ)ʌ̃˧.ʔʌ̃˩]
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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.

Meanings

1. (informal) no
   • "Have you eaten yet?" "Uh-uh..." "No way!"

Forms

Antonyms

uh-huh