Definition of LEH

leh

Meanings

Particle

  • Used to convey uncertainty (in response to inconsistent information).
  • Used to form “what about … ?” questions.
  • Used to highlight or relay noteworthy information.
  • Used to highlight the severity or seriousness of a situation.
  • Tagged at the end of a declarative remark for emphasis.
  • Indicates a tentative reminder.
  • Indicates a tentative request.
  • Indicates disagreement with an idea or suggestion.
  • Used to soften a disagreeing opinion.
  • Reinforces a tentative opinion and invites agreement.
  • Used to suggest that the listener has failed to take something into consideration.

Origin / Etymology

From Hokkien 咧 (--leh, “declarative particle used for emphasis; interrogative particle used to express doubt”).

Synonyms

what

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