Word
mmmm
Phoneticsmm·mm
/mm/
Definition
interj. the sound you make to show that you are enjoying the taste of food. It can also show that you are thinking about something or that you agree with someone.
interj. an utterance used to express physical pleasure, particularly in response to palatable food, or to indicate contemplative agreement or hesitation.
Examples
“Mmmm, this chocolate cake is delicious.”
“Mmmm, I see what you mean, but we should probably check the schedule first.”
“Mmmm, that is a fascinating proposal, though I wonder if the budget will allow for such an ambitious expansion this quarter.”
Examples
simple
“Mmmm, this chocolate cake is delicious.”
contextual
“Mmmm, I see what you mean, but we should probably check the schedule first.”
complex
“Mmmm, that is a fascinating proposal, though I wonder if the budget will allow for such an ambitious expansion this quarter.”
Usage
Often used as a standalone utterance or as a prefix to a sentence; the number of 'm' characters can vary to show intensity.
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