Yum: meaning, definitions and examples

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yum

 

[ jสŒm ]

Verb / Interjection
Context #1 | Verb

expressing pleasure

The word 'yum' is an informal expression used to indicate that something is delicious or appealing to eat. It is often exclaimed when tasting food that is particularly enjoyable. The term is typically used among friends or in casual settings. 'Yum' conveys a sense of delight and satisfaction over flavors or meals.

Synonyms

delectable, delicious, scrumptious, tasty

Examples of usage

  • Yum, this cake is so good!
  • Yum! I love this pasta!
  • Yum, fresh strawberries are the best.
  • Yum, I can't resist this chocolate!
Context #2 | Interjection

reaction to food

'Yum' is often used as an exclamation when tasting something that is highly enjoyable. It encapsulates the feeling of pleasure experienced from tasting good food. This informal interjection helps express excitement or approval regarding a meal or snack.

Synonyms

mmm, yum-yum, yummy

Examples of usage

  • Yum! I just had the best burger.
  • This soup is so good, yum!
  • That was a delicious mealโ€”yum!
  • Yum! These cookies are fresh out of the oven.

Translations

Translations of the word "yum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น yum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช yummy

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ yum

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝัะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mniam

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ†ใพใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท miam

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ รฑam

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hฤฑmmm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠู… ูŠู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mลˆam

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลˆam

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅฝๅƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mjam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mjam

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝำ™ะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ›

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yemษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ รฑam

Etymology

The word 'yum' dates back to the early 20th century and is believed to be derived from the earlier exclamations like 'yum-yum' which were used to express delight in eating. The onomatopoeic quality of the word captures the sound often made when enjoying food, emphasizing pleasure. Its origins can be traced to children's language, where it served as an affectionate sound to reflect taste enjoyment. Over the years, 'yum' has cemented itself in popular culture as a casual and friendly way to react to tasty food, especially in more informal settings, making it a staple in conversations about meals and snacks.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,508 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.