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um Definition and Meaning in English (um definition)

interjection
Synonyms:uherhmm
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Um definition: An interjection used to express hesitation, uncertainty, or as a pause filler in speech.

Definitions of Um

  1. 1interjection(colloquial)

    An interjection used to express hesitation, uncertainty, or as a pause filler in speech.

Example Sentences

casual

“Um, I'm not sure if I can make it to the meeting tomorrow.”

casual

“He paused, saying 'um' a few times before answering the difficult question.”

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Um definition: An interjection used to express hesitation, uncertainty, or as a pause filler in speech.
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'Um' translates to 'um' in English. Um definition: An interjection used to express hesitation, uncertainty, or as a pause filler in speech.
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