Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stammer
verb
/ˈstæmər/
Definition
Stammer refers to a speech disorder characterized by the involuntary repetition or prolongation of sounds, syllables, or words.
Examples
- The child began to stammer when he was nervous in front of the class.
- She tried to speak, but all that came out was a stammer.
- Even though he practiced a lot, he still stammered during his presentation.
Meaning
To stammer means to speak with sudden pauses and a tendency to repeat the initial sounds of words, which can make it difficult to communicate smoothly.
Synonyms
- stutter
- hesitate
- falter
- break
