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VocabJLPT N3

let me see

Expression

Definitions

1. let me see
2. well

This is a filler expression used when you are pausing to think or searching for the right words, similar to "um" or "let me see" in English. It is very casual and common in everyday spoken conversation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

In the middle of cooking — let me see — does the salt go in first or last?

Sentence 2

At my friend's place — um, where's the bathroom?

Sentence 3

I left it on the desk, but — wait — where's my phone?

Sentence 4

Looking at my schedule — let me see — did I have anything today?

Sentence 5

Standing at the bookshelf — hmm — where did I put that novel?