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Stuttered Meaning in English

word · lemma: stutter

ˈstətɝ
STUH-terd
stˈʌtəd
stUT-uhd

Definición

Said something with repeated sounds or pauses, often because of a speech problem or nervousness.

Uso & Matices

Usually describes accidental or involuntary speech interruptions. Common with 'he/she stuttered' in stories to show nervousness. Do not confuse with 'stammered', which is a close synonym but less commonly used in the US.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

The child stuttered during his speech.

basic

“I-I don’t know,” he stuttered, looking away.

natural

His voice stuttered over the phone when he got bad news.

natural

The car engine stuttered before starting up again.

natural

He stuttered when he said his name.

basic

She stuttered because she was nervous.

basic