How to Pronounce "umm"
word
/ˈəm/
uhm
/ˈəm/
uhm
Definition
A sound people make when they are thinking, unsure, or hesitating before they speak. It does not add meaning to the sentence, but it shows a pause or uncertainty.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈəm/
British English
/ˈəm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhm
UK
uhm
Listen in Context
Umm, I don't know the answer.
She said, "umm," and looked at the menu.
"Umm... can I ask a question?"
Umm, that's not exactly what I meant.