No. 2,846 in Japanese
ぇ
"ぇ" is the small form of the kana "え" and is used to modify sounds in Japanese writing, often in informal or emphatic contexts.
In a sentence
へぇ、その話は本当なの？
Wow, is that story true?
The word 'へぇ' is used as an interjection expressing surprise or interest in the information provided.
えぇ、私はそう思います。
Yes, I think so.
The word 'えぇ' is used as a casual affirmative response, similar to 'yeah' or 'yes' in English.
あれぇ、鍵がない！
Oh no, the key is missing!
The word 'あれぇ' expresses a mild disbelief or realization of something unexpected happening.
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