Synonyms for
Hmm
Definition
used to express hesitation or thoughtful consideration
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Common collocations
- hmm I see
- hmm that's interesting
- hmm let me think
- hmm I'm not sure
- hmm what do you think
- hmm I wonder
- hmm yes
Usage note
Hmm is an interjection used to express thought, hesitation, or doubt. It is generally informal and should be avoided in formal writing.
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Example sentences
- Hmm, I don't know if I should wear the blue shirt or the red one.
- She made a hmm sound before answering the question.
- When I asked him about his favorite food, he just said 'hmm.'
- I was thinking about going to the beach, but hmm, maybe it will rain today.
- Hmm, that's an interesting idea. Let me think about it.
Quotes
'Hmm,' said a small voice in his ear. 'Difficult. Very difficult.' - J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
'Hmm,' said a voice in his ear, which Harry thought he recognized as Lupin's. 'It's not as simple as that. Sirius is not Voldemort. Difference is, Voldemort's done a lot more. - J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
'Hmm,' said a voice behind him, making him jump. 'What's that you're writing, Potter?' - J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince