mumble

Definition

  • verb: to say (something) quietly in an unclear way that makes it difficult for people to know what you said
  • verb: to utter words in a low confused indistinct manner
  • synonyms: mutter, aspirate, aspiration

Examples

  • I can't understand you when you 'mumble'.

  • He 'mumbled' something and then left.

  • He 'mumbled' “Goodbye” and then left.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You got any of those free doughnuts you use to soften people up? By the Service Department. All right, remember, no rustproofing. Commit to nothing. If you have to speak, mumble. -Au revoir, Le George. -Don't think it can't happen. Puddy, this is a pretty good move for you. -No more grease monkey. (..)
    1998 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Dealership Season: 9 Episode 11
  • (..) so I kinda have to go... What's the charity? I don't know, something either trees or disease? Ralph mumbles a lot. Does Ralph mumble when you're not paying attention? Yeah! It's weird. But the thing is need to find a date. Well, what kind of guy are you looking for? (..)
    2000 TvShow: Friends Title: The One with Joey's Fridge Season: 6 Episode 19
  • (..) Do you know it's been... ...a couple of years since I've talked to anybody? That's okay. You're good at it. You're not boring. You don't mumble or spit. You should do it more often. Just wear an outfit with no pigeon poop on it. (LAUGHS) I have been working very hard (..)
    1992 Home Alone 2: Lost in New York