haw
US /hɑː/
UK /hɔː/
感叹词
哈, 嗯
used to express hesitation or as a sound made when clearing the throat
示例:
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Well, haw, I'm not sure about that.
嗯，哈，我不太确定。
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He cleared his throat with a loud haw.
他大声地咳了一声。
动词
支吾, 结巴
to hesitate or be indecisive in speech
示例:
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He started to haw and stammer when asked about his alibi.
当被问及不在场证明时，他开始支吾和结巴。
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Don't just haw and hum, give me a direct answer.
不要只是支吾，给我一个直接的答案。