muttering

• Sustantivo que designa un sonido bajo, continuo e inarticulado, a menudo producido al hablar en voz baja sin una articulación clara, o una queja expresada de esa manera.

A noun referring to a low, continuous, indistinct sound, often made by speaking quietly without clear articulation, or a complaint expressed in such a manner.

1. Low indistinct soundB2formal

   A continuous, quiet, and unclear sound, often produced by speaking softly or moving the lips without forming clear words.

   murmullo

   • The only sound in the room was the muttering of the old man in the corner.
   • She heard a faint muttering coming from behind the closed door.
   • The crowd's muttering grew louder as they waited for the announcement.

   Sinónimosgrumblemumblemurmurundertonewhisper

2. Quiet complaintB2informal

   A complaint or expression of discontent spoken in a low, barely audible voice.

   murmullo de queja

   • There was a lot of muttering among the employees about the new policy.
   • His muttering about the service was ignored by the staff.
   • The students' muttering suggested they were unhappy with the assignment.

   Sinónimosgrousegrumblemoanmurmurwhine

• Verbo que indica hablar en voz baja y poco clara, a menudo expresando descontento o dirigiéndose a uno mismo.

A verb used to indicate speaking in a low, indistinct voice, often expressing discontent or speaking to oneself.

1. Speak indistinctlyB1formal

   To speak in a low, unclear voice, often because of anger, embarrassment, or talking to oneself.

   murmurar entre dientes

   • He muttered something under his breath as he walked away.
   • She muttered an apology, barely audible.
   • The old man sat in the corner, muttering to himself.

   Sinónimosgruntmumblemurmurwhisper

   Antónimosarticulateenunciatepronouncespeak

2. Complain quietlyB1informal

   To make quiet, often grumbling, complaints or remarks that are not intended to be heard clearly.

   quejarse entre dientes

   • The employees muttered about the new working hours.
   • He muttered a few complaints about the service.
   • She muttered under her breath about the unfair decision.

   Sinónimosgrousegrumblemumblemurmurwhine

   Antónimosannounceassertdeclareexclaimproclaim