interjection
mhm
m-HM
Mhm (interjection) means a sound used to show agreement or that you are listening. Example: “Did you finish the report?" "Mhm, sent it this morning.”
interjection
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A sound used to show agreement or that you are listening.
""Did you finish the report?" "Mhm, sent it this morning.""
How to use mhm
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA quick, informal way of saying "yes" or "I hear you".
When to use it
Very informal; used mostly in speech and casual writing, not formal contexts.
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Etymology
A nasalized variant of uh-huh, imitating a spoken sound of agreement.
Antonyms
mm-mm
Frequently asked questions
What does “mhm” mean?
The word “mhm” means a sound used to show agreement or that you are listening. In plain terms, a quick, informal way of saying "yes" or "I hear you".
How do you pronounce “mhm”?
“Mhm” is pronounced m-HM (/m̩ˈhm̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “mhm” in a sentence?
Here is “mhm” used in a sentence: “"Did you finish the report?" "Mhm, sent it this morning.".”
What is the opposite of “mhm”?
The opposite of “mhm” — its antonyms — is mm-mm.
What part of speech is “mhm”?
“Mhm” is an interjection.
