yum yum

Sound of satisfaction

Yum yum is a playful exclamation of pleasure at something delicious, or anticipation of eating something tasty: Yum yum, chocolate cake!

It's the reduplicated form of yum, typically used by or around children, though adults use it ironically or affectionately.

Sometimes spelled yum-yum.

enjoyment

mmm

Verbal pleasure hum

nom nom · bliss · gratification · savoring · relish · contentment · comfort · happiness · joy · indulgence

delicious

tasty

Good to eat

luscious · flavorful · succulent · ambrosial · divine · heavenly · decadent · toothsome · palatable · exquisite

flavor

savory

Appetizing, not sweet

spicy · umami · rich · buttery · creamy · chocolatey · fruity · caramelized · gooey · crispy

craving

hunger

Need for nourishment

desire · urge · appetite · itch · fancy · thirst · peckish · ravenous · famished · wanting

Categories
Opposites
taste evaluation

yum yumyuck

Disgust exclamation

ew · gross · disgusting · blech · ugh

desirability/appeal

yum yumyuck

Disgust exclamation

ew · no thanks · repulsive · pass · hard pass

Family

yummy, yum, yum-yum, yummiest, yummier, yumminess, yummies, yummo

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G