interjection
Uncommon
yum
yuhm
Yum (interjection) means used to express how delicious something tastes. Example: “Yum, this soup is amazing," she said after the first spoonful.”
interjection
1
Used to express how delicious something tastes.
""Yum, this soup is amazing," she said after the first spoonful."
adjective
1
Delicious; tasty.
"This cake is so yum, can I have another slice?"
How to use yum
Learner’s notes
When to use it
Very informal — fine in casual speech but not in formal writing.
Common pairings
yum yum
so yum
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Etymology
An imitative word, echoing the sound people make when enjoying food.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “yum” mean?
The word “yum” means used to express how delicious something tastes.
How do you pronounce “yum”?
“Yum” is pronounced yuhm (/jʌm/ in IPA).
How do you use “yum” in a sentence?
Here is “yum” used in a sentence: “"Yum, this soup is amazing," she said after the first spoonful.”
What part of speech is “yum”?
Depending on how it is used, “yum” can be an interjection and an adjective.
Is “yum” a common word?
“Yum” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “yum” have?
“Yum” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to express how delicious something tastes.
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