Heh

/hɛ/ interjection

Definition

A short, quiet laugh or expression of mild amusement or acknowledgment.

Etymology

An onomatopoeia from the sound of light laughter, used informally in English for centuries to represent the actual sound of a small chuckle.

Kelly Says

In texting and online communication, 'heh' has become a linguistic tell—it suggests the person finds something mildly amusing but not hilarious, making it more honest than a typed 'haha' which can feel performative.

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