murmur

Syllables:
mur·mur
2 syllables
murmur in syllables

About "murmur"

Syllables
2
Letters
6
Language
EN

How to Split "murmur" into Syllables

The word murmur is divided into 2 syllables: mur·mur. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

  • mur — 1st syllable
  • mur — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of murmur:

  • IPA: /ˈmɜː.mə(ɹ)/

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📖 Definitions

  1. murmur (countable and uncountable, plural murmurs)
  2. 1979: A translation of the Eclogues by Paul Alpers

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English murmur, murmor, murmour, from Old French murmure (modern French murmure), from Latin murmur (“murmur, humming, muttering, roaring, growling, rushing etc.”). From Proto-Indo-European *mormur-, *mur- (“to mutter”). Reduplication points to imitative, onomatopoeic origin of the root. Cognate with Sanskrit मर्मर (marmara, “rustling sound, murmur”), Ancient Greek μορμύρω (mormúrō, “to roar, boil”), Lithuanian mùrmėti (“to mutter, murmur, babbl...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down murmur into syllables helps with:

  • Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
  • Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
  • Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
  • Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
  • Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare murmur with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word Syllables Division
murmur 2 mur·mur
mariner 3 ma-rin-er
Marmara 3 mar-ma-ra
marinara 4 ma-ri-na-ra
murmurer 3 mur-mur-er

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to murmur:

murk, mural, Murat, murky, Murcia, murder, Muriel, Murine.

Frequently Asked Questions About "murmur"

How many syllables does "murmur" have?

murmur has 2 syllables: mur·mur. The word is divided into 2 distinct sound units that make up the complete pronunciation.

Where is the stress in "murmur"?

The stress is on the first syllable: mur. This means you emphasize the "mur" part when pronouncing murmur.

How do you pronounce "murmur"?

murmur is pronounced as /ˈmɜː.mə(ɹ)/ (IPA notation). The syllables are divided as: mur·mur.

Is "murmur" easy to spell?

Breaking murmur into syllables helps with spelling: mur·mur. By pronouncing each syllable separately, you can identify the letters more easily and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Why learn to divide "murmur" into syllables?

Learning syllable division helps with correct pronunciation, improved spelling, better reading fluency, and is useful for poetry and lyric writing where syllable counting matters. It's especially helpful for language learners.