Phrase

えっ

  • A short phrase expressing the speaker's surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
  • The pronunciation of 『えっ』 varies depending on the degree of surprise, confusion, or disbelief.

Meaning

what?; huh?

Example Sentences

  • えっ、会議(かいぎ)は今日(きょう)ですか。
    What? Is the meeting today?
  • えっ、クリーニングは無料(むりょう)ですか。
    What? Is laundry service free?
  • えっ、この古(ふる)い靴(くつ)が9,000円(えん)ですか。
    What? Are these old shoes 9,000 yen?

Tags

JLPT N5