いやあ

Reading: いやあ
Meaning: well..., um... (hesitation)
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Example Sentence
いやあ それ は 難しい です ね
Well... that's difficult, isn't it?
Usage Notes
Expression used when hesitating or feeling awkward. Often used at the start of a response.
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