How to pronounce mhm
Say it like UHM-hum. Mhm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHM).
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- UHM
- hum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mhm pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- humKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of mhm
American and British speakers say mhm in essentially the same way: /ˈəmhəm/ in the US and /əmhəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: um-hum.
What does mhm mean?
- Expressing agreement or affirmation.
Where does mhm come from?
Nasalized form of uh-huh, a form imitative of non-verbal sounds.
Questions about saying mhm
How do you pronounce mhm?
Say UHM-hum. The American pronunciation is /ˈəmhəm/. In British English it is /əmhəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mhm?
Mhm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHM). Broken into parts: UHM · hum.
Do Americans and Brits say mhm the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈəmhəm/ and the British form is /əmhəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.