mutter — to speak in a low voice that is difficult to hear, often when complaining or expressing dissatisfaction
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to speak in a low voice that is difficult to hear, often when complaining or expressing dissatisfaction
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmʌtər/
Korean meaning: 중얼거리다, 투덜거리다
Korean pronunciation: **머**터
Example Sentences
- The teenager muttered 'whatever' and rolled his eyes at his mom's advice.
- I could hear him mutter curse words while trying to assemble the IKEA furniture.
- The professor muttered the answer so quietly that half the class missed it.
mutter
VERB//ˈmʌtər//
to speak in a low voice that is difficult to hear, often when complaining or expressing dissatisfaction
The frustrated employee mutters complaints quietly at their desk
He mutters and stutters while his shutter flutters!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'muteren' (14th century), meaning 'to make a low sound.' Related to German 'muttern,' this word has onomatopoeic origins, mimicking the sound of low, indistinct speech.
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📝Examples
“The teenager muttered 'whatever' and rolled his eyes at his mom's advice.”
“I could hear him mutter curse words while trying to assemble the IKEA furniture.”
“The professor muttered the answer so quietly that half the class missed it.”
“She always mutters her grocery list while walking through the store.”
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