How to Pronounce "spluttering"
word
ˈsplʌtɚɪŋ
SPLUH-ter-ing
splˈʌtəɹɪŋ
spl-UH-tuh-ring
Definition
Making quick, uneven noises, like someone speaking nervously or a machine or liquid making popping or spitting sounds. Also used for when someone speaks in a confused or breathless way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsplʌtɚɪŋ
British English
splˈʌtəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPLUH-ter-ing
UK
spl-UH-tuh-ring
Listen in Context
The engine was spluttering and wouldn't start.
He started spluttering when he heard the bad news.
The frying pan was spluttering with hot oil.
"What?" she asked, spluttering with surprise.