# yum

/ˈjəm/ (US) · /jˈʌm/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/yum
Updated: 2026-08-08

## Senses

### 2. delicious

adjective · CEFR A2 · Informal

used to describe food that is very tasty.

For teachers: denoting food that is highly palatable or delicious.

- That looks like a very yum dinner you are making.
- The children were excited for the yum treats their grandmother brought over for the holiday celebration.

Usage: Usually functions as an attributive adjective before a noun.

Teaching tip: Learners should note that 'yummy' is more frequent as an adjective than 'yum'.

## Examples

- Yum, this chocolate cake is amazing!
- The children shouted 'yum' as soon as they saw the fresh cookies coming out of the oven.
- While a food critic might use more sophisticated vocabulary to describe a dish, a simple 'yum' often conveys the most honest and immediate reaction to a well-prepared meal.

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