interjection
Uncommon
mmmm
Mmmm (interjection) means a drawn-out humming sound used to express pleasure, especially about taste or comfort. Example: “Mmmm, this soup is exactly what I needed," she said.”
interjection
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A drawn-out humming sound used to express pleasure, especially about taste or comfort.
""Mmmm, this soup is exactly what I needed," she said."
"He closed his eyes and let out an "mmmm" after the first bite of cake."
How to use mmmm
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA stretched-out "mmm," usually said to show you're enjoying something, especially food.
When to use it
Purely spoken/informal, mainly appearing in dialogue or casual writing to imitate a sound.
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What does “mmmm” mean?
The word “mmmm” means a drawn-out humming sound used to express pleasure, especially about taste or comfort. In plain terms, a stretched-out "mmm," usually said to show you're enjoying something, especially food.
How do you use “mmmm” in a sentence?
Here is “mmmm” used in a sentence: “"Mmmm, this soup is exactly what I needed," she said.”
What part of speech is “mmmm”?
“Mmmm” is an interjection.
Is “mmmm” a common word?
“Mmmm” is an uncommon word in modern English.
