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Spooner

Verb / ˈspu:nɜ: / Another word for spooner — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Spooner is a noun that refers to someone who frequently mixes up or transposes the initial sounds or letters of words, often unintentionally.

Synonyms & similar words

mixer transposer

Example sentences

  1. 1. The teacher smiled when Tim accidentally said 'bop' instead of 'pop', knowing he was a spooner.
  2. 2. Emma giggled when her dad said 'sello' instead of 'hello' because he's a spooner.
  3. 3. The comedian entertained the audience with his spoonerisms, making everyone burst into laughter.
  4. 4. Grandma is a famous spooner in our family, always saying funny things like 'shooproop' instead of 'soup'.
  5. 5. Sarah's spoonerism of 'yellow cello' as 'cellow yello' had her friends laughing for days.

Quotes

  • 1. 'It's not the size of the spoonerism; it's the motion of the notion.' - Unknown
  • 2. 'A good spoonerism can turn a boring conversation into a hilarious one.' - Author Unknown
  • 3. 'Spoonerisms: When your mouth has a mind of its own.' - Unknown

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