🇬🇧 Mumble meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

Mumble is a verb that describes speaking in a low, unclear, and often quiet manner, making it difficult for others to understand what is being said. People often mumble when they are nervous, unsure, or trying to speak without being overheard.

I mumbled my answer in class, and now my teacher thinks I said, “Pickles are aliens.”

My grandpa mumbles so much that even the dog just nods and pretends to understand.

I mumbled my fast-food order, and now I have 27 chicken nuggets and no fries.

I mumbled a secret password to my friend, and now we both forgot what it was.

My dad mumbled something about chores, so I pretended not to hear and slowly backed away.

A small girl finds a lost toy and brings it to school. She wants to tell the owner but can only mumble. She will mumble on the walk, mumble at the gate, mumble when she gives the toy. The boy takes it, looks up, smiles, and she can mumble no more.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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