JLPT N5 Beginner
え
An interjection expressing surprise, disbelief, or confusion, equivalent to ‘Huh?’ or ‘What?’.
Readings
Other forms
エ katakana, for emphasis in writing
ええ a longer sound, means "yes" or "uh-huh"
Interjection
"Huh?" / "What?"
Signals immediate surprise, confusion, or a request for the speaker to repeat what was said.
Example
A この バッグ 、 50万 円 だった ん だ 。
B ええーっ ！ うそ でしょ ？
[A:] This bag was 500,000 yen. [B:] Whaaat!? You've got to be kidding
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