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erm

The correct spelling is erm.

How to pronounce erm

/ɝm/
interjection

IPA: /ɝm/

Say it like: Erm

The correct spelling is erm. Used in hesitant speech, or to express uncertainty; um, umm. For example: "She was going to, erm... the salon, I think."

Usage Examples

She was going to, erm... the salon, I think.

Erm, I don't think that was supposed to happen.

Definition

interjection

  1. 1.Used in hesitant speech, or to express uncertainty; um, umm.
  2. 2.Used to express embarrassment or subtle disagreement.

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