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Definition of "hmph" []

  • A sound, usually made with a closed mouth, indicating annoyance, indignation, or sighing. (interjection)

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Use "hmph" in a sentence
  • "It begins inconspicuously in a sort of, "hmph" moment."
  • "Well this is a total 'hmph' moment for all of us who looked forward to the awesome dual-screen wonder coming along and giving us something to sneer at our"
  • "If it's sad, there is a dramatic "hmph" or crying episode, but if it's funny there is a clown that pops out of nowhere and does a little dance to let you know it's supposed to be funny and she'll laugh hysterically at some of it. haha, well, unique to Western culture as opposed to the English language."