Definitions
- Speaking in a low voice to avoid being overheard. - Sharing a secret or confidential information with someone. - Talking softly and intimately with someone.
- Speaking in a low, indistinct voice. - Making a soft, continuous sound like a gentle stream or rustling leaves. - Expressing discontent or dissatisfaction in a subdued tone.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve speaking in a low voice.
- 2Both can be used to convey intimacy or secrecy.
- 3Both can be used to express discontent or dissatisfaction.
- 4Both can be used to create a peaceful or calming atmosphere.
- 5Both can be used to avoid disturbing others.
What is the difference?
- 1Volume: Whisper is quieter than murmur.
- 2Clarity: Whisper is more distinct and clear than murmur.
- 3Purpose: Whisper is often used to convey secrets or intimacy, while murmur can be used to express discontent or create a peaceful atmosphere.
- 4Tone: Whisper is often associated with a positive or neutral tone, while murmur can have a negative connotation.
- 5Duration: Murmur can be a continuous sound, while whisper is typically brief and intermittent.
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Remember this!
While both whisper and murmur involve speaking in a low voice, they have different purposes and connotations. Whisper is often used to convey intimacy or secrecy, while murmur can be used to express discontent or create a peaceful atmosphere. Additionally, whisper is quieter and more distinct than murmur, which can be a continuous sound with a negative connotation.
