Meaning

Used to convey uncertainty (in response to inconsistent information)..

Definitions by Sense

1. Used to convey uncertainty (in response to inconsistent information).
2. (interrogative) Used to form “what about … ?” questions.
3. (declarative) Used to highlight or relay noteworthy information.
4. (declarative) Used to highlight the severity or seriousness of a situation.
5. (declarative) Reinforces the truth of a declarative remark.
6. (declarative) Indicates a tentative reminder.
7. (imperative) Indicates a tentative request.
8. Indicates disagreement with an idea or suggestion.

Example Sentences

Pitch contour: mid [lɛ˧], (interrogative) high-mid [lɛ˦]

No leh, it’s right here.

I counted 30 leh.

Why-ah? What happened to the lift-ah. Going up. Going down. But never stop. Door never open some more. Don't know-leh.

You got send [e-mail] meh? I never receive leh.

How come got 81 judges and then the number of votes is 45 vs 47 leh? 45+47 is 92 leh.

If you’re asked something that would incriminate a fellow colleague, you just say, ‘I don’t know leh,’ and you’re in the clear (conscience-wise). Though seriously, you’re still indirectly complicit.

Pitch contour: (interrogative) high-mid [lɛ˦]

Word Forms

• eh
• lei

Synonyms for leh

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When Should You Use Leh?

Use leh when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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