erm
Translation
erm, um
Examples
Erm, I'm not sure about that.
Erm, I'm not sure about that.
Let me see... erm... yes, here it is.
Let me see... erm... yes, here it is.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) used to indicate hesitation Erm, can you repeat the question?
Similar Words
Synonyms: um, uh, er
Etymology
Onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of hesitation.
Memory Tips
Imagine your brain making a humming sound ('ermmm') while searching for the right word.