noun

tum

tuhm

Tum (noun) means an informal, childish shortening of "tummy" — the stomach or belly. Example: “Rub your tum, it'll help the ache go away.”

noun

An informal, childish shortening of "tummy" — the stomach or belly.

"Rub your tum, it'll help the ache go away."

"The toddler patted his tum after finishing dinner."

How to use tum

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA cute, casual word for stomach, mostly used with or by young children.

When to use it

Very informal — used in baby talk and playful speech, never in formal writing.

Word forms

tums plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tum” mean?

The word “tum” means an informal, childish shortening of "tummy" — the stomach or belly. In plain terms, a cute, casual word for stomach, mostly used with or by young children.

How do you pronounce “tum”?

“Tum” is pronounced tuhm (/tʌm/ in IPA).

How do you use “tum” in a sentence?

Here is “tum” used in a sentence: “Rub your tum, it'll help the ache go away.”

What part of speech is “tum”?

“Tum” is a noun.

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