Ε;
E?
To say "huh" in Greek when you are confused or doubtful, say Ε.
Ε is a short sound you make when you did not catch something or doubt what you heard, much like "huh?" in English.
Meaning: expressing doubt or confusion (intj)
Which one should you use?
If you want a full question, Τι είπες means "What did you say?" and is used when you did not hear or understand someone. Τι λες means "What are you saying?" and expresses surprise or confusion.
How do you pronounce it?
It is pronounced E?, with a rising tone like a question.
Examples in context
- Τι έγινε χθες βράδυ;What happened last night?
Example conversation
Nikos and Anastasia are discussing a plan.
- Νίκος NikosΘα φύγουμε σε πέντε λεπτά.Tha fygoume se pente lepta.We will leave in five minutes.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΕ. Πότε είπες;E, pote eipes?Huh? When did you say?
- Νίκος NikosΤώρα, Αναστασία, τώρα!Tora, Anastasia, tora!Now, Anastasia, now!
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΕντάξει, έρχομαι.Entaxei, erchomai.Okay, I'm coming.
