Meaning & Definition of word "Stutter"
Stutter
/ˈstʌtər/
noun:
- 1. A speech disorder characterized by involuntary halting or repetition of sounds.
- Example: His stutter often made him self-conscious during presentations.
- 2. An instance of stuttering.
- Example: She experienced a stutter while trying to introduce herself.
verb:
- 1. To speak with involuntary pauses and repetitions of sounds, often due to a speech disorder.
- Example: He tends to stutter when he is nervous or under pressure.
- 2. To speak in a halting or repetitive manner.
- Example: She tried to explain her idea but could only stutter out a few words.
Etymology
●Middle English 'stutten', of uncertain origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to stutter in speech:
to have difficulty speaking fluently.
stutter like a broken record:
to repeat phrases or sounds ineffectively.
Related Words
stammer:
To speak with involuntary breaks or repetitions in sounds.
fluency:
The ability to express oneself easily and articulately.
Slang Meanings of stutter
Meaning: To stumble over words when speaking.
● Example Sentence: I totally stuttered during my presentation.
Meaning: To have difficulty getting words out.
● Example Sentence: He stuttered hard when he tried to ask her out.