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/ʌm/intj
Elementary
1
Expression of hesitation, uncertainty or space filler in conversation.
2
Dated spelling of mmm.
3
An expression to forcefully call attention to something wrong.
4
An expression of shocked disapproval used by a child who witnesses forbidden behavior.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing