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    Murmure (en. Murmur)

    /murmʏʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A soft and light noise, often associated with low voice speech.
    I heard the murmur of water in the river.
    J'ai entendu le murmure de l'eau dans la rivière.
    A whisper, a rumor that circulates without confirmation.
    There was a murmur of discontent among the employees.
    Il y avait un murmure de mécontentement parmi les employés.
    A sound produced by speaking softly or whispering.
    They exchanged whispers during the movie.
    Ils échangeaient des murmures pendant le film.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'murmur', which means 'indistinct noise'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    whisper in the ear
    An intimate and discreet whisper.
    murmure à l'oreille
    whispers of the crowd
    A collective noise, often confused.
    murmure de la foule

    Related Words

    to murmur
    To speak softly or to whisper.
    murmurer
    murmurous
    That produces a murmur.
    murmureux

    Slang Meanings

    A light noise often used to describe secrets or rumors.
    They exchanged whispers about the secret project.
    Ils ont échangé des murmures sur le projet secret.
    In a calm situation, the murmur evokes a relaxing atmosphere.
    The murmur of the waves was soothing.
    Le murmure des vagues était apaisant.