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How to pronounce “hem

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Pronunciation guide for hem

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of hem with real speech in context.
Available examples
8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The mathematician who cracked Wall StreetEverything is grist for the mill -- except hem lengths.
Definition summary
Used to fill in the gap of a pause with a vocalized sound.

Example 1 of 8

How to pronounce hem

The mathematician who cracked Wall Street

Everything is grist for the mill -- except hem lengths.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “hem

Meaning

  • [Interjection]
  • Used to fill in the gap of a pause with a vocalized sound.
  • [Noun]
  • An utterance or sound of the voice like "hem", often indicative of hesitation or doubt, sometimes used to call attention.
  • [Verb]
  • To make the sound expressed by the word hem; to hesitate in speaking.

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