Mutterer: meaning, definitions and examples

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mutterer

 

[ หˆmสŒtษ™rษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

speaking softly

A mutterer is a person who speaks in a low or indistinct tone, often to themselves or in a manner that is difficult for others to hear. This behavior may occur when someone is expressing discontent, whispering secrets, or even talking to oneself in thought. Muttering can sometimes imply annoyance or frustration, as the words spoken are typically not meant for loud communication. It is common in various contexts, such as during private conversations or personal reflection.

Synonyms

grumbler, murmurer, whisperer

Examples of usage

  • The mutterer spoke under his breath.
  • I could barely hear the mutterer in the crowded room.
  • The old woman was known as a mutterer, always grumbling to herself.
  • In the library, the mutterer was lost in his own thoughts.

Translations

Translations of the word "mutterer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น murmurador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฅเฅเคฐเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Murmeler

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bergumam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒั€ะผะพั‚ั–ั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mruczek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใคใถใ‚„ใไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท murmureur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ murmurador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mฤฑrฤฑldanan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ค‘์–ผ๊ฑฐ๋ฆฌ๋Š” ์‚ฌ๋žŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ู…ุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mumlaล™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mrmฤพo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฝŽ่ฏญ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ murmur

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ murmurari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผาฑาฃะฐะนั‹ะฟ ัำฉะนะปะตัƒัˆั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฃแƒ แƒ›แƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mฤฑrฤฑldayan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ murmurador

Word origin

The term 'mutterer' originates from the Middle English word 'muttren', which means to murmur or grumble. This word can be traced back to the Old Norse word 'mutra' meaning to mutter or hum. Over time, the term evolved in the English language to describe someone who speaks indistinctly or softly, often in a way that suggests discomfort or dissatisfaction. The concept of muttering has cultural implications, as it often reflects an internal dialogue or a sense of being unheard, which resonates with various literary and historical figures known for their introspective or solitary natures. The linguistic roots illustrate a progression from physical expression of murmuring sounds to the figurative use of mutterer, embodying a personality trait associated with quietness or discontent.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,336, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.