interjection

mmhmm

Mmhmm (interjection) means a drawn-out, nasal sound used to show agreement, understanding, or that you're listening. Example: “Mmhmm," she said, still scrolling through her phone.”

interjection

A drawn-out, nasal sound used to show agreement, understanding, or that you're listening.

""Mmhmm," she said, still scrolling through her phone."

"He gave a quiet "mmhmm" to show he was following along without interrupting."

How to use mmhmm

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA stretched-out version of "mhm," used to agree or show you're paying attention.

When to use it

Spoken and informal — almost never written except to represent speech, and can come across as distracted or noncommittal.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mmhmm” mean?

The word “mmhmm” means a drawn-out, nasal sound used to show agreement, understanding, or that you're listening. In plain terms, a stretched-out version of "mhm," used to agree or show you're paying attention.

How do you use “mmhmm” in a sentence?

Here is “mmhmm” used in a sentence: “"Mmhmm," she said, still scrolling through her phone.”

What part of speech is “mmhmm”?

“Mmhmm” is an interjection.

What is the meaning of mmhmm?

"mmhmm" (interjection) means a drawn-out, nasal sound used to show agreement, understanding, or that you're listening.