JLPT N1 Advanced
ふん
An interjection expressing acknowledgement, mild interest, or dismissive annoyance depending on intonation.
Readings
Other forms
ふーん drawn-out sound, shows interest
フン katakana for emphasis
1 Interjection
Hmm..." / "I see.
A common backchannel signal used to indicate that the listener is paying attention or processing new information.
Example
A 昨日 、 新しい カフェ が オープンした んだ 。
B へえ 、 ふーん 。 行って みよう かな 。
[A:] A new cafe opened yesterday. [B:] Oh, really? Maybe I'll check it out.
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2 Interjection
Humph!" / "Pfft!
A sharp nasal exhalation expressing scorn, disbelief, or a complete lack of interest in the topic.
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