How to Pronounce "sputtering"
word
ˈspətɝɪŋ
SPUH-ter-ing
spˈʌtəɹɪŋ
SPUT-uh-ring
Definition
Making short, uneven or popping sounds, like an engine failing to run smoothly. Can also mean speaking in a broken or interrupted way, often because of nervousness or anger.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspətɝɪŋ
British English
spˈʌtəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPUH-ter-ing
UK
SPUT-uh-ring
Listen in Context
The old engine started sputtering on the highway.
She was sputtering with anger during the argument.
The fire was sputtering as it began to die out.
My car kept sputtering and finally wouldn't start this morning.