Hmm: meaning, definitions and examples
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hmm
[ hสm ]
expression of thought
Used to express contemplation or hesitation, 'hmm' indicates a moment of thought or consideration. It often conveys curiosity, uncertainty, or interest in what someone has just said.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Hmm, that's an interesting idea.
- Hmm, I'm not sure about that.
- Hmm, let me think about it.
- Hmm, I wonder what will happen next.
Translations
Translations of the word "hmm" in other languages:
๐ต๐น hmm
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคฎเฅเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช hmm
๐ฎ๐ฉ hmm
๐บ๐ฆ ั ะผะผ
๐ต๐ฑ hmm
๐ฏ๐ต ใใผใ
๐ซ๐ท hmm
๐ช๐ธ hmm
๐น๐ท hmm
๐ฐ๐ท ํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูู ู
๐จ๐ฟ hmm
๐ธ๐ฐ hmm
๐จ๐ณ ๅฏ
๐ธ๐ฎ hmm
๐ฎ๐ธ hmm
๐ฐ๐ฟ ั ะผะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hmm
๐ฒ๐ฝ hmm
Etymology
The expression 'hmm' has origins that trace back to the 19th century as a representation of thought or contemplation. It is an onomatopoeic word, mimicking the vocalization of a thoughtful noise made by a person when they are pondering something or are hesitant about what to say next. In informal settings, it is widely utilized to show that the speaker is considering their words carefully or does not have a quick response. Linguistically, 'hmm' has been analyzed in the study of communication, which suggests it serves a practical function in conversations by indicating that the speaker is engaged in the dialogue while formulating a response. The simplicity and universal appeal of this expression have made it a staple in many languages, often used in similar vocalization forms to denote thinking.