MUMBLE | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word MUMBLE in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of MUMBLE with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Mumble

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

Middle English: frequentative of mum

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈmʌmbl
Dialects: British English
Definition:

say something indistinctly and quietly, making it difficult for others to hear

Short Definition:

say something indistinctly and quietly, making it difficult for others

Examples:
  • he mumbled something she didn't catch
  • ‘Sorry,’ she mumbled
Definition:

bite or chew (something) with toothless gums or without making much use of the teeth

Short Definition:

bite or chew something with toothless gums or without making much use of teeth

Examples:
  • she mumbled a piece of black bread

Word: Mumble

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈmʌmbl
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a quiet and indistinct utterance

Short Definition:

quiet and indistinct utterance

Examples:
  • Rosie had replied in a mumble

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