Stottering

Pronunciation: /ˈseɪntˈɑtˈɹɪŋ/

Stottering (verb)

  1. To speak with repeated small pauses or sounds, so words do not flow smoothly.

Examples

  • He stotters when he feels nervous.
  • They stotter during the interview and lose confidence.

Stottering (noun)

  1. A way of speaking where someone repeats sounds or pauses often, making speech less smooth.

Examples

  • Stottering can make conversations feel uncomfortable.
  • The doctor discussed stottering and possible support.