How to Pronounce "sputter out"
expression
ˈspətɝ/ /ˈaʊt
SPUH-ter OWT
ˈspʌtɚ/ /ˈaʊt
SPUT-uh OWT
Definition
To fade or stop working gradually, often making short, weak sounds; used both for engines, flames, or projects that lose energy and end slowly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspətɝ/ /ˈaʊt
British English
ˈspʌtɚ/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPUH-ter OWT
UK
SPUT-uh OWT
Listen in Context
The candle finally sputtered out after an hour.
My car engine would sputter out every winter morning.
The fire in the cabin sputtered out during the night.
Their enthusiasm for the project sputtered out after a few setbacks.