Definitions
- Describing a low and indistinct speech that is difficult to hear or understand. - Referring to speaking in a low voice, often with discontent or dissatisfaction. - Talking about speaking under one's breath, usually as a sign of annoyance or frustration.
- Describing unclear or unintelligible speech that is difficult to hear or understand. - Referring to speaking in a low voice, often due to shyness, nervousness, or lack of confidence. - Talking about speaking with a closed mouth or without enunciating words clearly.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve speaking in a low voice.
- 2Both can be difficult to hear or understand.
- 3Both can indicate dissatisfaction or annoyance.
- 4Both can be used to convey a lack of confidence or shyness.
What is the difference?
- 1Clarity: Muttered speech is more distinct than mumbled speech.
- 2Volume: Mumbled speech is quieter than muttered speech.
- 3Intention: Muttered speech is often intentional and directed towards someone, while mumbled speech can be unintentional or due to nervousness.
- 4Enunciation: Muttered speech involves clear enunciation of words, while mumbled speech may involve slurring or unclear pronunciation.
- 5Connotation: Muttered speech can imply anger or frustration, while mumbled speech can imply shyness or lack of confidence.
Remember this!
Muttered and mumbled are synonyms that both describe speaking in a low voice. However, muttered speech is more distinct and intentional, often conveying dissatisfaction or annoyance. On the other hand, mumbled speech is quieter and may be due to nervousness or lack of confidence, with unclear enunciation and a connotation of shyness.
