Definitions
- Describing a low, soft, and continuous sound made by people speaking quietly or a gentle breeze blowing. - Referring to a quiet and indistinct sound made by a stream or river flowing. - Talking about a soft and soothing sound made by a musical instrument or a person humming.
- Describing a bubbling or splashing sound made by water flowing through a narrow passage or over rocks. - Referring to a sound made by liquid being poured from a container. - Talking about a sound made by a baby or young animal while drinking milk or water.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve sounds made by liquids.
- 2Both can be used to describe natural phenomena.
- 3Both can be used to describe sounds made by people or animals.
- 4Both are onomatopoeic words.
What is the difference?
- 1Source: Murmur is often associated with soft sounds made by people or nature, while gurgle is more commonly associated with the sound of liquid flowing or being poured.
- 2Intensity: Murmur is typically quieter and softer than gurgle, which can be more intense and noticeable.
- 3Connotation: Murmur has a calming and soothing connotation, while gurgle can have a playful or humorous connotation.
- 4Frequency: Murmur can be continuous or intermittent, while gurgle is usually a short and sudden sound.
- 5Context: Murmur is often used in romantic or peaceful contexts, while gurgle is more commonly used in everyday situations.
Remember this!
Murmur and gurgle are both onomatopoeic words that describe sounds made by liquids. However, murmur is typically associated with soft and continuous sounds made by people or nature, while gurgle is more commonly associated with the sound of liquid flowing or being poured. Additionally, murmur has a calming connotation, while gurgle can be playful or humorous.
