How to Pronounce "hum and haw"
expression
ˈhəm/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈhɔ
HUM-and-HAW
hˈʌm/ /ˈænd/ /hˈɔː
HUM-and-HAW
Definition
To hesitate, be indecisive, or delay giving an answer, often by making uncertain sounds or mumbling while thinking.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhəm/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈhɔ
British English
hˈʌm/ /ˈænd/ /hˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HUM-and-HAW
UK
HUM-and-HAW
Listen in Context
Whenever I ask him a question, he just hums and haws.
She hummed and hawed before choosing what to eat.
Don't hum and haw—just make a decision!
He hummed and hawed for ages before finally agreeing to go.