mutter

Meanings

• Verb

  To speak in a low, indistinct, or inaudible manner.

  - "He mumbled his words during the presentation."
  - "She muttered curses under her breath."
  - "The prisoners muttered amongst themselves."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈmʌtɚ/
   
   
   
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4. /ˈmʌtɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

growl , putter , rumble , babble , mumble , murmur , ramble , stutter , growl , grumble , mumble

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mutter
bummer , mummer , rhumbler , number

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. Mutter (German) : Mother
   

2. Mutton () : Sheep meat
   

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Variants

List of all variants of mutter that leads to same result
mutter , muttered , mutterer , mutterers , muttering , mutters

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Forms

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mumbles, mumbled, mumbling

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Etymology

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Old English muttran (to murmur, grumble), from mutter (a low, inarticulate sound).

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Trivia

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1. The word 'mutter' is related to the Old English word 'muttran,' which meant 'to murmur, grumble.'

2. In some dialects, mutter can also mean 'to eat with relish.'

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Related Concepts

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1. Murmur: A low, indistinct sound or speech.

2. Grumble: To complain or express dissatisfaction in a low voice.

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Culture

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In literature, muttering is often used to convey secrecy, discontent, or unease. For example, in Shakespeare's Macbeth, the witches mutter incantations to predict the future. In music, muttering can be found in various genres, such as hip hop and heavy metal, to create an ominous or mysterious atmosphere.

How to Memorize "mutter"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine whispering or speaking in a low voice to remember the meaning of mutter.

2. associate
   

   - Associate mutter with whispering or speaking in a low voice to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic like 'Mutter' means 'mumble' to help remember the meaning.

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