Murmur
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A soft, low, and barely audible sound made by a person speaking quietly or by gently flowing water.
“A murmur of approval rippled through the audience when the results were announced.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈmɜː.mə(r)/
Syllables
mur·mur
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Wordle
The MUR pattern repeats across the word. Two Us and two Rs make it distinctive in Wordle.
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points. Two Us and two Rs may strain a balanced rack. High recognition makes it easy to spot.
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