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hmm

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "hmm" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

1 syllable
3 characters
English (US)
1syllable

hmm

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

Because it is a word with a single syllable, hmm is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

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Definitions ofhmm

1verb
  • To make a thoughtful humming noise.
1interjection
  • Indicating thinking or pondering.

    Example: "Hmm... I just can't decide between the two."

  • A demand for an answer to a question.

    Example: "Just where were you until 2 a.m.? Hmm?"

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