“Babble” or “Babel”

Overview

babble / babel are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

babble: (noun) gibberish resembling the sounds of a baby. (verb) utter meaningless sounds, like a baby, or utter in an incoherent way. (verb) to talk foolishly.

babel: (noun) a confusion of voices and other sounds.

Pronunciation

babble: b·AE·b·ah·l

babel: b·AE·b·ah·l

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