Stammer

usgb/ˈstæmər/
verb

To speak with difficulty, often because of a speech disorder or nervousness.

The boy stammers a little when he is anxious.
Visual representation of "stammer" - To speak with difficulty, often because of a speech disorder or nervousness

Often appears as...

  • stammer out words
  • stammer in speech
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Emotional Context

Stammering often implies nervousness or uncertainty, adding emotional depth to a character or situation.

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She stammered a reply, clearly flustered by the sudden question.
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Not Always Disorder

A person might stammer when nervous or caught off-guard, without having a speech disorder.

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Caught in the lie, he began to stammer excuses.
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Culture Sensitivity

Be aware that stammer may be a sensitive topic as it involves a speech disorder or anxiety.

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He apologized after mocking his friend's stammer.
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