intj
Uncommon
num
nuhm
Num (intj) means an expression imitating the sound of eating, used to show that food tastes good. Example: “Num, num," she said, digging into the pie.”
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An expression imitating the sound of eating, used to show that food tastes good.
""Num, num," she said, digging into the pie."
How to use num
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA playful sound word for enjoying food, similar to "yum" or "nom nom".
When to use it
Informal and mostly spoken or used in casual writing/texting.
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Etymology
Likely imitative of the sound of chewing or lip-smacking; the root of the more common form "yum" or "nom nom".
Frequently asked questions
What does “num” mean?
The word “num” means an expression imitating the sound of eating, used to show that food tastes good. In plain terms, a playful sound word for enjoying food, similar to "yum" or "nom nom".
How do you pronounce “num”?
“Num” is pronounced nuhm (/nʌm/ in IPA).
How do you use “num” in a sentence?
Here is “num” used in a sentence: “"Num, num," she said, digging into the pie.”
What part of speech is “num”?
“Num” is an intj.
Is “num” a common word?
“Num” is an uncommon word in modern English.
