Here Hear

Artful | 22:40 Sat 02nd Jul 2005 | Phrases & Sayings

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I've noticed people saying "here, here" when they agree with something. I always thought it was "Hear, Hear". Which is correct?

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rashah

It originated in the British parliament in the 18th century as a contraction of 'hear him, hear him'.

Hear hear .What rashah says is correct.
Spelling Artful......spelling!!!

Artful

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Thankyou, rashah, so it is 'hear, hear', I presume?

Artful

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Alright, shaneystar! I shall now let the matter drop!!

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