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muffle in French

muffle in French is couvrir, emmitoufler, assourdir — muffle means something that softens or blocks out sound.

muffle in French

couvrir
verb
(transitive) To wrap (a person, face etc.) in fabric or another covering, for warmth or protection; often with up.
emmitoufler
verb
(transitive) To wrap (a person, face etc.) in fabric or another covering, for warmth or protection; often with up.
assourdir
verb
(transitive, dated) To prevent seeing, or hearing, or speaking, by wraps bound about the head; to blindfold; to deafen.
étouffer
verb
(transitive, dated) To prevent seeing, or hearing, or speaking, by wraps bound about the head; to blindfold; to deafen.

What does "muffle" mean?

  1. noun Something that softens or blocks out sound.
  2. noun A warm covering worn over the hands.
  3. noun A padded glove worn for boxing.
  4. noun A furnace, often powered by electricity, that heats without direct flame.
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What is "muffle" in French?
"muffle" in French is couvrir, emmitoufler, assourdir. muffle means: Something that softens or blocks out sound.
Are there other ways to say "muffle" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "muffle": couvrir, emmitoufler, assourdir, étouffer.
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