Hmm is an exclamation (an emphatic interjection) typically used to express reflection, uncertainty, thoughtful absorption, or hesitation. [11] Hmm is technically categorized as an interjection, like um, huh, ouch, erm, and wow.

The meaning of UM-HUM is —used to express affirmation, agreement, comprehension, or interest.

Both 'hmm' and 'umm' mean the speaker wants to show that they're thinking. a slight difference is that 'hmm' can also mean they're agreeing and 'umm' can mean that they don't agree, and they're wondering how to tell you that.

2011年11月14日 · In this related thread, someone refers to such a sound as a 'hesitation syllable': Pronunciation: um, erm

2024年4月1日 · "Hmm" signifies thought or hesitation, often indicating contemplation or doubt, while "Umm" is primarily used to signal hesitation or a pause in speech while searching for words.

2023年4月20日 · "hmm" can be used mostly when referring to a decision. For example: "hmm.. I don't think that is the right answer"|Not much. They are both sounds that are used to fill time while you are thinking. Hmm is usually used for a shorter amount of time and sounds more thoughtful than umm. Not much of a difference :)|In a conversation: "Umm... Sir?

Uh-huh!, Uh-oh!, Um!, Umm! and Whew! interjection words are used in everyday speech to convey a wide range of emotions and reactions. Interjections can convey surprise, excitement, disgust, joy, and other strong emotions.

"Hmm" = thinking or contemplating. "Mmm" = enjoyment or pleasure. "Umm" = hesitation or uncertainty. Some examples: "Hmm": - Often used to indicate thoughtfulness or contemplation. It suggests that the speaker is considering something or …

hmm的同義字"umm" can be used mostly when referring to confusion. For example: "umm... excuse me, can you tell me where the station is please?" "hmm" can be used mostly when referring to a decision.

2014年5月29日 · um—placeholder signifying hesitation, confusion, ignorance, or even guilt, often indicating that the speaker is thinking frantically; variations are ah, er, and uh; often repeated as um, um, um (Um, um, um, I’m thinking) and stretched out as ummm