Interjections - Conversation Fillers

These expressions are used in speech to fill the moments of hesitation of uncertainty or give the speaker time to gather their thoughts.

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used as a filler in conversation, indicating contemplation, hesitation, or uncertainty

Ex: Hmm, I see what you mean , but I 'm not convinced .

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used to express contemplation, or fill the gaps in communciation

Ex: Well, let me think about it for a moment before I respond .

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used in speech to indicate hesitation, uncertainty, or the need for a moment to gather one's thoughts

Ex: So, ehm, what do you think we should do next?

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used as a placeholder or filler in conversation, typically to indicate a momentary pause or hesitation

Ex: Er, I think we may need to revisit our strategy .

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used as a placeholder or filler in conversation, often to indicate a temporary pause or hesitation

Ex: Erm, could you clarify what you mean by that?

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used to show sudden understanding, surprise, or disagreement in response to new information

Ex: So!

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used as a placeholder or filler in conversation, typically to indicate a temporary pause or hesitation

Ex: So , uh, what exactly are we supposed to do in this situation ?

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used as a placeholder or filler in conversation, typically to signify a momentary pause or hesitation

Ex: Well , um, let me think about it for a moment .

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used as a filler phrase to pause or fill gaps in speech

Ex: He’s not the easiest person to work with, you know.

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used as a filler in conversation, often to add emphasis, provide examples, or express approximation

Ex: I was , like, so surprised when I heard the news .

Interjections