The term "non-verbal" can mean either of two things: not using language/words; or, without making any sound with the mouth. Which do you intend here? Either way, "Mmmm"/"Hmmm" is not a part of the …

Oct 13, 2015 · The Mmmm syllable can be several syllables, with many conventional meanings, like MMM-mmm or mmm-MMM, which can respectively be 'no' and 'yes' in many contexts. It's described …

There's always the chance that too many mmmm's in "hmmm" or hhhh's in "shhh" may look ridiculous and hyperbolic, but I think it's important to leave the OP with the idea that self-expression is always …

It would be really interesting to actually audibly compare our "hmmmm (mmmm)s" for this case. Because as written I can't imagine ever being able to interpret a single-syllable hmmm as a "ok, I'm …

Jul 28, 2020 · As said to end conversations (especially on the phone): mmm-bye. When and how did this form/usage start?

Jul 23, 2020 · Mmmm, I suppose this could just be solved by adding context. But then I always thought that it would be weird to include possible future events since their not on the 'line' yet.

Feb 29, 2016 · Don't be confused by the repetition of 'half'. Break down the sentence and you'll see what Bilbo meant soon enough. As for another way to interpret it... it's a bit of a 'if the shoe fits' thing, …

Nov 19, 2010 · I have seen many people use the phrase "my bad" in Internet forums. What does it exactly imply and is it a proper English phrase?

Oct 2, 2021 · What is a word for when you enjoy something, but wish you didn't. Or you don't want to enjoy something but you end up finding it funny anyway?

Oct 19, 2011 · In this MSO question, the author refers to himself as sounding like a "tool". What does this mean? Specifically, the way it is used in the linked question implies that being a tool means …