Erm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɜːm/ · Part of speech interjection
Quick meaning: Erm is an interjection meaning Used in hesitant speech, or to express uncertainty.
Meaning
Used in hesitant speech, or to express uncertainty.
More Meanings
- Used to express embarrassment or subtle disagreement.
Example Sentences
She was going to, erm... the salon, I think.
Erm, I don't think that was supposed to happen.
– Bob would never say something like that! – Erm, he just did.
Synonyms for erm
Depending on context, synonyms include um, umm, em, eh, uh.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ccm, les, abt, erg, mechanism, fess.
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