Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
umf
Interjection
/ʌmf/
Definition
A term used in informal communication, often as a filler or expression of hesitation.
Examples
- “Umf, I need to think about that for a moment.”
- “When asked a difficult question, she replied, ‘Umf, that’s a tough one.'”
Meaning
‘Umf’ is typically used to convey a pause in speech, often when someone is thinking or unsure about what to say next.
Synonyms
- Uh
- Er
- Uh-huh
- Hmm
