English–French

“mutter” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/maʁmone/

Example

Elle marmonne souvent quand elle est fatiguée.

She often mutters when she is tired.

Illustration for marmonner (mutter)

How to say “mutter” in French

“Mutter” in French is marmonner.

Low, blurred words repeated under the breath, often as a complaint.

Full entry for marmonner: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with marmonner

Il marmonne des excuses en voyant ses notes.

On seeing his notes, he mutters excuses.

Tips for using marmonner

  • Unlike murmurer, marmonner often suggests dissatisfaction or irritation rather than a neutral, gentle murmur.

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