mmm

Savoring a bite

Mmm is a sound expressing pleasure, satisfaction, or agreement—often in response to good food or an appealing idea: Mmm, this cake is delicious.

It can also signal thoughtful consideration: Mmm, I'm not sure about that.

The spelling varies by emphasis and duration: mm, mmm, mmmm.

delicious

yum

Gustatory pleasure sound

delectable · mouthwatering · savory · flavor · sweet · succulent · gourmet · delicious · nom · appetizing

eating-sounds

slurp

Consume with audible suction

  • chompLoud, vigorous mouthwork
  • munchTo gnaw steadily
  • gulpHasty, large swallow

smack · crunch · gobble · chew · bite · savor · devour · sip · nibble · lick

thinking

hmm

Sound of contemplation

deliberating · hesitating · musing · weighing · uncertain · undecided · pausing · reflecting · wondering · contemplating

pleasure

satisfaction

State of fulfilled desires

bliss · comfort · indulgence · relaxation · soothing · warmth · cozy · luxurious · pampering · sensual

Categories
Opposites
sensory pleasure/approval

mmmyuck

Disgust exclamation

ew · ugh · blech · eww · gross

engagement/interest

mmmugh

Disgust exclamation

meh · boo · huh · whatever · blah

Family

mm, mmhmm

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G