This is the 9770th most frequent Russian word.
эмм
"Эмм" is a filler word in Russian, similar to "um" or "uh" in English, used to hesitate or pause in speech.
The word 'эмм' is used to express hesitation or uncertainty while suggesting an idea.
Эмм, может быть, пойдем в кино?
Um, maybe we could go to the movies?
Here, 'эмм' indicates her hesitance or contemplation before responding to a proposal.
Она сказала: «Эмм, я подумаю об этом»
She said: 'Um, I will think about it.'
In this case, 'эмм' shows a pause to buy time for thought before responding to a tricky query.