A fork of Rural Dictionary
A sound uttered in disgust, sarcasm, irritation, or stubborness. "hmm" + "ffff" = "HMPF" (invented by C. Erickson)
Sarah was irritated by the manner of her friends teasing, so she muttered an indifferent, "hmpf."
The sound one makes in response to something peculiar that has just occurred or has just been said. Most often used when irritated. Most often a natural response/reaction.
1) I thought I had a $5 bill in my wallet but it's not here .... hmpf. 2) Val: Just got an email from Sunny. Ted: hmpf