Clearing one's throat is a nice way to signal that special attention is needed. For example, two colleagues are making fun of their boss as she walks right by. She listens for a second and then … clears her throat to say "I'm here".
- Is there an onomatopoeia for that?
- If not, how could that be expressed in writing?
Best Answer
Ahem.
exclamation 1. used to represent the noise made when clearing the throat, typically to attract attention or express disapproval or embarrassment. "ahem, excuse me"
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