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Yummy

usgb/ˈjʌmi/Volume
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Context Matters

Use 'yummy' when talking about food, usually in casual settings with friends or family, not in formal situations.

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This homemade chili is really yummy!
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Not for Dislikes

'Yummy' should be used only for things you think taste good, not things you dislike or are unsure about.

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I tried the new ice cream flavor and it's so yummy!
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Children's Vocabulary

'Yummy' is often associated with children or used when speaking to children but adults use it too.

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Do you like the cupcakes? Are they yummy?
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