When someone says "ummm," they are verbalizing a break in their speech as they ponder what to say next. In texting and online chat, using "ummm" replicates this speech pattern digitally. It allows the texter or chatter to mime the feeling of pausing to gather their thoughts. Some key meanings and uses of "ummm" in texting include:

2024年10月24日 · When texting or messaging, “ummmm” is often used to show doubt or uncertainty in response to something. This simple message can be a friendly way to say, “I’m not sure,” or a flirtatious way to capture your attention. So, which one is it? Keep reading to find out! “Um” or “ummmm” expresses hesitation, doubt, or uncertainty.

2022年6月8日 · "Ummm" is usually used when you don't know have information or don't know what to say. Like "Um, excuse me" or "ummm, who are you?!" "Hmmm" gives more of a "I am trying to come up with information. I am thinking" "Hmm, I'm looking at the map but I'm still lost" "Hmm, that's a good idea"

2018年3月9日 · Filler words such as 'umm' are ubiquitous across cultures and languages. Research suggests they have a real use, but be careful about how much you use them.

Umms, uhhs, and other transitive sounds basically separate ideas and concepts, and give us time to think. Learn to be comfortable with silence, learn to pause when you think for a moment, and use that pause and your body language to communicate while you decide the next word to say.

2020年12月25日 · Synonym for hmmm “Hmmm” is used when you are trying to think of something. Similar to “なんだろ.” “Umm” is more used when you just don’t know what to say and need a second to think. Similar to “えと” or “あの.”

For example: "umm... excuse me, can you tell me where the station is please?" "hmm" can be used mostly when referring to a decision. For example: "hmm.. I don't think that is the right answer" "umm" can be used mostly when referring to confusion. For example: "umm... excuse me, can you tell me where the station is please?"

“Hmmm” is used when you are trying to think of something. Similar to “なんだろ.” “Umm” is more used when you just don’t know what to say and need a second to think. Similar to “えと” or “あの.” Both are only spoken, never written though! 這個回答有幫到你嗎？ 嗯... (3) mm 和 yeah 的差別在哪裡？ hmm 和 umm 的差別在哪裡？ ー 和 ツ 的差別在哪裡？ Hmmm 和 Hrmmm 的差別在哪裡？ Uhh 和 Ugh 的差別在哪裡？

2018年10月23日 · One of the most common bad habits people have when speaking to groups is saying “ummmm” or “uhhhh” between words. Here’s an excerpt from Confessions of a Public Speaker that explains why we do this: Most people say umms and uhhs when they speak. These are called filler sounds and we make them mostly to hold our place in conversation.

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