JLPT N5 Beginner
えっと
Filler word used when thinking, equivalent to ‘um’ or ‘let’s see’.
Readings
Other forms
えーと
えーっと
Interjection
"Um..." / "Let's see..."
Indicates a pause while the speaker searches for words or recalls information.
Example
A 今 、 何 時 です か ？
B えっと 、 ちょっと 待って ください 。
[A:] What time is it now? [B:] Um, just a moment.
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