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Rareahem
The correct spelling is ahem.
How to pronounce ahem
noun
IPA: /əˈhɛm/
Say it like: Ahe-m
The correct spelling is ahem. A use of the interjection, ahem. For example: "Ahem! Could we please get started?"
Usage Examples
“Ahem! Could we please get started?”
“Ahem! In case you didn't notice, I did my share, too.”
“I really (ahem!) liked the chocolate broccoli surprise.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A use of the interjection, ahem.
interjection
- 1.The sound of a quiet cough or of clearing one's throat
- 2.An exclamation or cough to get attention
- 3.An exclamation of disapproval or annoyance
- 4.An exclamation to indicate sarcasm
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