B2
mumble vs murmur vs mutter
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| mumbleverb/ˈmʌm.bəl/ | Meaning to say something quietly and not clearly, so others can't hear you well | Goes with mumble something | Example Don't mumble, speak up so everyone can hear you. |
| murmurnoun/ˈmɜːr.mər/ | Meaning a soft, low sound of voices or of something like water, often hard to hear clearly | Goes with murmur of | Example A murmur of surprise went through the room when the winner was announced. |
| mutterverb/ˈmʌt.ər/ | Meaning to speak quietly, often because you are annoyed or don't want others to hear | Goes with mutter under your breath | Example He muttered something rude when the bus drove past him. |