ehe, interjection

Especially among isiZulu-speakers: an exclamation indicating affirmation, assent, or approval. Cf. yebo.

1909 N. Paul Child in Midst 213‘Manzi, what can we do?’ she cried. ‘Can’t you save us?’ ‘Ehe, inkosazan’, me sav’ you jus’ now.’

1989 Daily News 1 Dec. 7Ehe! Alfred Qatonla, one of the foremost oral poets in Natal, in full cry.

an exclamation indicating affirmation, assent, or approval.

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