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Mutter

ˈmədər
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

mumle, snakke for sig selv, mumle lavt

Mutter meanings in Danish

mumle

Example:
He tends to mutter when he's upset.
Han har en tendens til at mumle, når han er ked af det.
She muttered something under her breath.
Hun mumlede noget for sig selv.
Usage: informalContext: Used when someone speaks quietly and unclearly, often expressing annoyance or dissatisfaction.
Note: The verb 'mumle' is often used to describe speech that is not meant to be clearly heard, typically due to frustration or reluctance.

snakke for sig selv

Example:
He was muttering to himself as he worked.
Han snakkede for sig selv, mens han arbejdede.
She often mutters to herself when she thinks no one is listening.
Hun mumler ofte for sig selv, når hun tror, ingen lytter.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe someone talking quietly to themselves, often in a contemplative or distracted manner.
Note: This phrase emphasizes self-directed speech, often indicating deep thought or distraction.

mumle lavt

Example:
He muttered lowly, so no one could hear.
Han mumlede lavt, så ingen kunne høre.
She muttered low under her breath in frustration.
Hun mumlede lavt for sig selv i frustration.
Usage: informalContext: Describes speaking in a low voice, often to avoid being overheard.
Note: This expression highlights the volume of the speech, indicating that the speaker wants to keep their words private.

Mutter's synonyms

mumble

To speak in a low, unclear way, often without moving the lips much.
Example: She mumbled something under her breath that I couldn't quite catch.
Note: Muttering is usually more audible and distinct than mumbling.

murmur

To speak softly and indistinctly, often expressing agreement or discontent.
Example: The group of people began to murmur in agreement as the speaker made her point.
Note: Murmuring can imply a more continuous and quiet sound compared to muttering.

whisper

To speak very softly or quietly, often as a way to keep something private.
Example: He whispered a secret into her ear so that no one else could hear.
Note: Whispering is even softer and more secretive than muttering.

grumble

To complain or express dissatisfaction in a low, discontented way.
Example: The customers began to grumble about the slow service at the restaurant.
Note: Grumbling often carries a tone of annoyance or dissatisfaction.

Mutter expressions, common phrases

under one's breath

To say something quietly or in a low voice that is not intended to be heard by others.
Example: She was muttering insults under her breath while pretending to smile.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the act of speaking quietly or in a whisper, as opposed to muttering which can also include incoherent or unclear speech.

mutter something under one's breath

To say something quietly or in a low voice that is not intended to be heard by others.
Example: He muttered an apology under his breath as he walked away.
Note: Similar to 'under one's breath,' this phrase specifically highlights the act of muttering quietly or indistinctly.

mutter away

To speak quietly and in a way that is difficult to hear, often in a continuous manner.
Example: She sat in the corner muttering away to herself about the situation.
Note: This phrase implies a continuous or ongoing muttering, as opposed to a one-time mutter.

mutter under one's breath

To speak quietly or in a low voice, often expressing discontent or dissatisfaction.
Example: He muttered under his breath about the unfairness of the decision.
Note: This phrase specifically indicates muttering quietly, typically due to negative feelings or emotions.

mutter to oneself

To speak quietly, usually in a low voice, to oneself without intending for others to hear.
Example: She muttered to herself as she tried to figure out the confusing instructions.
Note: This phrase highlights the act of muttering quietly while talking to oneself, often in a way that may not be coherent or understandable to others.

Mutter everyday (slang) expressions

whine

To complain or protest in a feeble or petulant way.
Example: Stop whining about your problems and do something about them!
Note: 'Whine' implies a higher pitch or tone in the complaining, often with a sense of annoyance or petulance.

grizzle

To complain or whine in a childish or grumpy manner.
Example: The child grizzled about not getting candy at the store.
Note: 'Grizzle' is more specific to complaining in a childish or sulky way, typically used for young children.

groan

To make a deep inarticulate sound of pain, despair, or disapproval.
Example: He groaned in pain as he stood up from the chair.
Note: 'Groan' typically involves an audible sound expressing pain, discomfort, or disapproval, distinguishing it from the quieter nature of 'mutter.'

Mutter - Examples

She muttered something under her breath.
He was muttering to himself as he walked down the street.
The old man muttered about the weather.

Mutter grammar

Mutter - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: mutter
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): mutters
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): mutter
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): muttered
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): muttering
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): mutters
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): mutter
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): mutter
Syllables, Separation and Stress
mutter Contains 2 syllables: mut • ter
Phonetic transcription: ˈmə-tər
mut ter , ˈmə tər (The red syllable is stressed)

Mutter - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
mutter: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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