muttering
intermediateB1/ˈmʌtərɪŋ/ · mut-ter-ing
to speak quietly in a way that is difficult to hear, often in a complaining or discontented manner.
Meanings
to speak quietly in a way that is difficult to hear, often in a complaining or discontented manner.
خاموشی کے ساتھ اور عموماً شکایت یا عدم اطمینان کے انداز میں بات کرنا۔
سرگوشی
sargoshi
Common Collocations
- muttering to oneself
- muttering under breath
- muttering in discontent
Example Sentences
He was muttering to himself as he worked on the project.
وہ پروجیکٹ پر کام کرتے ہوئے اپنے آپ سے بڑبڑاتا رہا۔
Woh project par kaam karte hue apne aap se barbarata raha.
She could hear him muttering about the unfair treatment.
اس نے اسے غیر منصفانہ سلوک کے بارے میں بڑبڑاتے ہوئے سنا۔
Us ne use ghayr Munsifana sulook ke baray mein barbarate hue suna.
The audience began muttering when the speaker was late.
جب مقرر تاخیر سے آیا تو شرکاء بڑبڑانے لگے۔
Jab muqarrir takheer se aya to shirka dardar bharne lagay.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Remember the sound of quiet complaints and grumbles as 'muttering'.
Picture someone quietly complaining under their breath while working.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
📖 Etymology
Origin: Middle English "muttren" — to speak in a low voice
First known use: 15th century
The word has evolved from Middle English, reflecting a quiet speaking manner. It has retained its meaning of unclear or low-volume speech.