mmmm
word
Definition
A sound people make to show they like the taste of food, are thinking, or feel pleasure. Commonly used in conversation or when eating something delicious.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and mostly spoken. Often drawn out ('mmmm') to show strong enjoyment, especially with food. Can also mean someone is thinking or hesitating if said slowly or differently. Don't confuse with 'hmm', which is more for thinking or uncertainty.
Spanish: mmmm (expresión de placer al comer)Portuguese (BR): hmm - mmmm (expressão de prazer ao comer)Portuguese (PT): hmm - mmmm (expressão de prazer ao comer)Chinese (Simplified): 嗯嗯嗯 (愉快的反应) - 嗯 (表示赞同或愉快)Chinese (Traditional): 嗯嗯嗯 (愉快的反應) - 嗯 (表示贊同或愉快)Hindi: म्म्म्म (स्वादिष्ट या आनंद के लिए अभिव्यक्ति)Arabic: هممم (تعبير عن الاستمتاع أو المذاق الجيد)Bengali: হুমম - ম্মমRussian: ммммJapanese: んー - うーん(満足・快感のとき)Vietnamese: ừm - mmmmKorean: 음음 - 으음Turkish: mmmmUrdu: ہممم - ممممIndonesian: mmm - mmmm
Example Sentences
Mmmm, this cake is delicious!
basic
Mmmm, I love the smell of fresh bread.
basic
Grandpa took a bite and said, "Mmmm!"
basic
Mmmm, that coffee really hits the spot on a cold day.
natural
She tasted the soup and let out a long, satisfied "mmmm."
natural
"Mmmm... I'm not sure," he said, thinking about the question.
natural