Definitions
- Describing a monotonous and continuous sound, such as the hum of an engine or the buzz of a fly. - Referring to a long and tedious speech or lecture that lacks variation in tone or content. - Talking about a low and continuous noise that can be soothing or sleep-inducing.
- Describing a low and indistinct sound, such as whispering or rustling leaves. - Referring to a soft and gentle voice or tone that is soothing or comforting. - Talking about a quiet and continuous sound that can be calming or relaxing.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve sound.
- 2Both can be soothing or calming.
- 3Both can be used to describe voices or speech.
- 4Both can be used to describe natural sounds.
What is the difference?
- 1Volume: Droning is typically louder and more continuous than murmuring.
- 2Tone: Droning has a monotonous and unvarying tone, while murmuring can have a gentle and soothing tone.
- 3Intensity: Droning can be annoying or irritating, while murmuring is usually pleasant and calming.
- 4Source: Droning is often associated with machines or mechanical sounds, while murmuring is often associated with nature or human voices.
- 5Connotation: Droning has a negative connotation, while murmuring has a positive connotation.
Remember this!
Droning and murmuring are both words that describe sounds. However, droning refers to a monotonous and continuous sound that can be loud and irritating, while murmuring refers to a soft and gentle sound that is usually pleasant and calming. Droning is often associated with machines or tedious speeches, while murmuring is often associated with nature or human voices.
