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Canada slang
A tag added to the end of sentences to turn them into a question, seek agreement, or add emphasis.
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
Canada
Formality
Informal.
eh means A tag added to the end of sentences to turn them into a question, seek agreement, or add emphasis. It is best read as canada slang associated with Canada.
"eh" means A tag added to the end of sentences to turn them into a question, seek agreement, or add emphasis. In Canada, the nuance may be more specific.
Use it in casual contexts where the listener already understands the tone around the term.
"People use "eh" to mean a tag added to the end of sentences to turn them into a question, seek agreement, or add emphasis."
"I saw "eh" in a message and checked the context before using it."
"That sounds like "eh" if everyone in the conversation understands the tone."
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Absolutely; undeniably (often preceding an adjective).
A foolish, unrefined, or clumsy person; popularized by the "Bob and Doug McKenzie" sket...
Exclamation of excitement or to throw something with force.
The Canadian one-dollar coin, named after the loon bird depicted on its face.
When someone has seen your message but not responded.
Direct Message; to send a private message to someone on social media.
Our current dataset does not confirm the exact origin of "eh". The entry is associated with Canada, but that is a usage clue rather than proof of origin. We avoid filling that gap with guessed history.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
This entry is best understood as Canada slang. Usage can still vary by speaker and context.
Use caution. Slang can sound too casual or forced in professional settings unless the workplace tone is relaxed.
"stone cold" is related, but the tone and exact meaning may differ. Compare the example sentences before swapping one for the other.
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