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How do you say "mumble" in Greek?
μουρμουρίζω
moyrmoyrizo
In Greek, "mumble" is μουρμουρίζω (moyrmoyrizo).
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Pronunciation
When you say "moyrmoyrizo", let your voice rise slightly on the third syllable before settling back down.
Grammar notes
μουρμουρίζω is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
Έχει την τάση να μουρμουρίζει όταν είναι κουρασμένος.
Έchei tin tasi na moyrmoyrizei otan einai koyrasmenos.
He tends to mumble when he's tired.
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How to remember μουρμουρίζω
The opening sound 'moy' in 'moyrmoyrizo' is the handle to grab onto; attach a tiny scene of 'mumble' to that sound and recall gets easier.
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Questions about μουρμουρίζω
How do you pronounce μουρμουρίζω?
When you say "moyrmoyrizo", let your voice rise slightly on the third syllable before settling back down.
Is μουρμουρίζω formal or casual?
μουρμουρίζω is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is μουρμουρίζω used in Greek?
μουρμουρίζω is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Έχει την τάση να μουρμουρίζει όταν είναι κουρασμένος. (He tends to mumble when he's tired.).
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