"hamana-hamana-hamana" meaning in English

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Interjection

Etymology: Likely imitative of non-verbal sounds. Compare hmm, um. Etymology templates: {{glossary|imitative}} imitative, {{m|en|hmm}} hmm, {{m|en|um}} um Head templates: {{en-interj}} hamana-hamana-hamana
  1. Verbally expressing speechlessness.

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