This is the 5494th most frequent Japanese word.
ぇっと
"ぇっと" is an interjection used to express hesitation or to pause while thinking, similar to "um" or "uh" in English.
The word 'ぇっと' is used at the beginning of the sentence to indicate a brief moment of hesitation while recalling or making a point.
ぇっと、それは今日の予定ですね。
Well, that is the plan for today.
Here, 'ぇっと' serves as a filler word while the speaker formulates their question, often indicating politeness or thoughtfulness.
ぇっと、どうやって行けばいいですか？
Um, how should I get there?
In this usage, 'ぇっと' conveys a moment of reconsideration before the speaker corrects or modifies their prior statement.