hum

hum

A faint sound or murmur.

In this context, 'hum' describes the act of producing a melody using one's voice without forming clear words.

Hon humade försiktigt en melodi.

She hummed a melody softly.

In this sentence, 'hum' is used to describe a continuous low sound, often produced by a machine or electrical device.

Jag hörde ett lågt hum från maskinen.

I heard a low hum from the machine.

Here, 'hum' refers to vague or indistinct speech or expression, used figuratively.

Hans hum om saken var inte helt övertygande.

His hum about the matter was not entirely convincing.