Definition
呣 is an interjection — not a noun! — used to express a questioning or doubtful tone, like 'Hm?' in English. You can use it when you didn't hear something, when you need clarification, or when you're thinking. It always goes at the start of your utterance, followed by a comma or pause.
n
interjection expressing a question
Examples
- 呣,?m̀, nǐ gāngcái shuō shénme?Hm? What did you just say?
- 呣,?m̀, zhège zěnmeyàng?Hm? How about this one?
- 呣,,。m̀, wǒ méi tīng qīngchu, zài shuō yí cì.Hm? I didn't hear clearly, say it again.
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