blah

word

/ˈbɫɑ/
blah
/blˈɑː/
blah

Definition

'Blah' is an informal word used for boring or meaningless talk, and it can also describe feeling tired, low, or not interested. People also use it to stand for words they do not want to repeat exactly.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal. Common patterns: 'blah blah blah' for talk you dismiss, and 'feel blah' for a low-energy or mildly sad mood. It is not usually used in formal writing. As an adjective-like word, it often appears after 'feel' or 'be'.

Example Sentences

He started explaining the rules, and I was like, 'blah blah blah, just tell me where to sign.'

natural

The design looks a little blah — maybe add some color.

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His speech was just blah blah blah to me.

basic

I feel blah today.

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The movie was blah, so we left early.

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I've been feeling kind of blah since the weekend.

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