i don't think you will find the word 'uh' in any dictionary... it is simply a 'sound' expression...it looks like you added me to your buddy list... that's OK.
Paula
Guthrie, MN

Glad you replied, Paula.

Uh! is also the sound you make when you take a blow to the gut. That and the little crying face hiding icon left a rather quixotic message. Hope all is ok.

Gene Olson
Sculptor
Elk River, MN

everything is fine Gene.... thanks for asking....

Paula
Guthrie, MN

Hi paula

Thank you for your explanation of "uh" it's good to lean which I do not know
I'm also glad to see the letter "That's OK" from your reply

dong gwan

Dong gwan Choi,

"Uh," is similar to "um,' which is a sound we use (a filler for silence) during the brief moment we're thinking of the next thing (or word) to say. The use of "uh" can convey a sense of being a slow thinker, having to pause between thoughts/words, and fill an awkward silence. One person I know uses "uh" before each sentence... I think that's why we call him "Bubba." The use of "um," is considered unseemly, as it conveys a sense of not being articulate or eloquent. Sometimes "uh," or "uuu" is resonated as a gravely tone emanating from the throat/voice box. This form of "uh" is considered the most acceptable. My attorney articulates "uuuuuuuuu" often, and I think it's his attempt to dominate the conversation and keep you from interrupting him mid-sentence. The most unique version of "uh" that I've heard is Rush Limbaugh's "ub." He uses this sound frequently. I would invite everyone to draw their own conclusions.

Your culture probably has it's own version of "uh." I'm sure it's universal.

PS: I, uh, hope that, um, this makes any, uuuuuuuuu, sense!

uh can also be a contraction..as in the answer to the question jawana? she says uh-huh. squeet I'm getting hungry. Brad