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Word

IMHO

Phoneticsimho

Definition

adv. in my humble opinion. You use this at the start of a sentence to say what you think about something in a friendly way.

adv. in my humble opinion. A common internet abbreviation used to introduce a personal opinion in a polite or self-deprecating manner.

Examples

“IMHO, the new design is much better.”

“IMHO, the most important factor when choosing a car is fuel efficiency rather than speed.”

“While the critics were divided, IMHO, the film's emotional depth and visual style made it a standout performance of the year.”

Examples

simple

“IMHO, the new design is much better.”

contextual

“IMHO, the most important factor when choosing a car is fuel efficiency rather than speed.”

complex

“While the critics were divided, IMHO, the film's emotional depth and visual style made it a standout performance of the year.”

This entry

Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
Frequency
Occasional
Level
B1 · Intermediate
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