Synonyms for

Stuttering

Verb / ˈstʌtɜ:ɪŋ / Another word for stuttering — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Stuttering is a speech disorder in which a person repeats or prolongs sounds, syllables, or words, or has pauses or blocks when speaking.

Synonyms & similar words

stammer bumble falter stutter stammering dysfluency disfluency hesitation inarticulacy inarticulateness tongue-tied

Example sentences

  1. She was so nervous that she started stuttering.
  2. His stuttering improved with the help of a speech therapist.
  3. Stuttering can be frustrating for those who have it.
  4. The child's stuttering made it difficult for him to make friends.
  5. I could tell he was nervous because he started stuttering.

Quotes

  • Stuttering is painful, and I'm not just talking about the speech aspect. - Joe Biden
  • I had a stuttering problem when I was young, so I learned to listen more than talk. - Gary Vaynerchuk
  • Stuttering is like a ping-pong match between the neurons in your brain. - John Updike

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