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Hmmmm vs Hmmm

Both "hmmmm" and "hmmm" are correct variations of the sound people make when they are thinking or considering something. The number of 'm's can vary depending on the length or intensity of the sound. Both versions are commonly used in informal written communication.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 1058 views

Hmmmm

This is a correct variation of the sound people make when they are thinking or considering something. The repeated 'm's can indicate a longer or more thoughtful sound.

It is commonly used in informal written communication to express hesitation, thoughtfulness, or uncertainty.

Examples:

  • Hmmm, I'm not sure about that.
  • Hmmmm, let me think about it for a moment.
  • Hmmmm, how good are these orecchiette!
  • Hmmmm, I wonder if this is the election results.
  • Hmmmm, let's see. I got a corporate lawyer... I gotta be back for on friday, but...

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Hmmm

This is a correct variation of the sound people make when they are thinking or considering something. The number of 'm's can vary depending on the length or intensity of the sound.

It is commonly used in informal written communication to express hesitation, thoughtfulness, or uncertainty.

Examples:

  • Hmmm, I need to think about this some more.
  • Hmmm, interesting point.
  • "We are going to destroy the Earth. Hmmm... maybe not."
  • You said "hmmm" like a psychiatrist.
  • Hmmm... there are a lot of new faces.
  • Hmmm. Making people feel good is a natural talent of mine.
  • And how do you know that psychiatrists say "hmmm"?
  • I saw you on TV the other day hmmm... see, now we are getting closer
  • Hmmm. Apart from the funny foot.
  • Hmmm. If all the other suits were destroyed.
  • Hmmm. Maura, that was an amazing farewell meal.
  • You know how newly married couples do. Hmmm.
  • Hmmm, didn't realize we had any messages.
  • Hmmm? Soak up some Vitamin D with our pearly skin?
  • All we're looking for is where he kept Precious and Grace between abduction and dumping the bodies. Hmmm.
  • Hmmm... will it be a brooch from Soldier Frank or earrings from Airman Georgie.
  • Where you'll be castrated and continue to train at the Graduate Palace. Hmmm?
  • Hmmm, maybe you can get your assistant to do that?
  • Hmmm... Acute abdominal cramps caused by helpful advice... Sudden weight gain...
  • But have you ever asked yourself, Braca, why do they give us so much reign? Hmmm?
  • Hmmm. It's inscribed with ancient hieroglyphics.
  • Came back three days ago. Hmmm...

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