Definitions
- Describing unclear or indistinct speech due to speaking too quietly or not enunciating properly. - Referring to speaking in a low, muffled tone that is difficult to hear or understand. - Talking about speaking in a way that is difficult for others to comprehend due to a lack of clarity or articulation.
- Referring to speaking in a low voice, often under one's breath, expressing dissatisfaction or discontent. - Describing speaking in a quiet, grumbling tone that is difficult to hear or understand. - Talking about speaking in a way that is intended to be heard by others but is not clear or articulate.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe speaking in a low or indistinct tone.
- 2Both words can indicate dissatisfaction or discontent.
- 3Both words can be used to describe unclear or inarticulate speech.
- 4Both words can be used to express negative emotions.
What is the difference?
- 1Intention: Mumble implies speaking quietly or unclearly unintentionally, while mutter implies speaking in a low voice intentionally.
- 2Tone: Mumble has a neutral or uncertain tone, while mutter has a negative or disapproving tone.
- 3Volume: Mumble suggests speaking too quietly, while mutter suggests speaking in a low voice that is still audible.
- 4Clarity: Mumble suggests a lack of clarity or articulation, while mutter suggests a lack of volume or audibility.
- 5Emotion: Mumble does not necessarily imply any particular emotion, while mutter often implies dissatisfaction or discontent.
Remember this!
Mumble and mutter are synonyms that both describe speaking in a low or indistinct tone. However, the difference between them lies in their intention, tone, volume, clarity, and emotional connotation. Mumble suggests speaking too quietly or unclearly unintentionally, while mutter implies speaking in a low voice intentionally with a negative or disapproving tone.
