hum

[hʌm]

hum Definition

• 1. to make a low, continuous, droning or buzzing sound
• 2. to be very busy or active in a particular place or with a particular activity
• 3. to sing a tune with closed lips

Using hum: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The refrigerator hummed quietly in the corner.

• Example

  The city hummed with excitement during the festival.

• Example

  She hummed a tune while doing the dishes.

hum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hum

• buzz
• drone
• whir
• vibrate
• thrum

Phrases with hum

• hum and haw

  to hesitate or be indecisive in speech

  Example

  He hummed and hawed for a while before finally making a decision.

• hum a few bars

  to sing or play a short part of a tune

  Example

  Can you hum a few bars of that song so I can recognize it?

• hum with excitement

  to be filled with excitement or anticipation

  Example

  The room hummed with excitement as the band took the stage.

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Summary: hum in Brief

The verb 'hum' [hʌm] describes a low, continuous, droning or buzzing sound, such as that made by a machine. It can also mean to be very busy or active in a particular place or with a particular activity, or to sing a tune with closed lips. Phrases like 'hum and haw' and 'hum a few bars' are common idiomatic expressions.