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murmur

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Số nhiều: murmursQuá khứ: murmuredPhân từ 2: murmuredV-ing: murmuring

This word evokes a sense of secrecy, intimacy, or subdued discontent. It is not just about volume, but about the quality of the sound, which is often blurred and lacking sharp consonants. It suggests a sound that is felt as much as it is heard, creating an atmosphere of privacy or hushed tension. In social settings, a murmur often signals a collective reaction that is not yet an open protest or a loud cheer. It represents the bridge between silence and an outburst, capturing the precise moment when a group begins to share a common, understated feeling of unease or agreement.

Countable when referring to a specific instance of a low-voiced comment. Uncountable when referring to the general background noise of many people speaking softly.

Ý nghĩa

Ngoại động từ

[someone][something]

To say something in a low, soft, or indistinct voice.

"He murmured a quiet apology."

Nội động từ

To speak in a low, continuous voice, often complaining.

"The crowd began to murmur as the delay continued."

Danh từ

A low, continuous sound, such as a soft voice or a gentle stream.

"The distant murmur of the brook was soothing."

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