+ a bunch on that one. Just like "UMM", it is a verbal pause. I tell them to slow down and let the words come out at their own pace. I was able to teach my kids that along with the old "move your lips when you speak." The aforementioned phrase is demonstrated with great exaggeration. It got the point across. It is amazing how many compliments DW and I received about how well our children spoke. Made me feel as though I got at least one thing right.