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stammered


Meanings
  • Noun

    A speech disorder characterized by involuntary repetitions and prolongations of sounds, syllables, or words.

    - "His stammer made it difficult for him to communicate effectively."
    - "Despite her stammer, she gave a compelling speech."
    - "The stammered words came out in a staccato rhythm."

Pronunciation




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Synonyms

stutter
Rhymes
Words rhyming with stammered
calm , psalm , balm
Variants
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stammer , stammered , stammerer , stammerers , stammering , stammers
Etymology
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The origin of the word 'stammer' can be traced back to the Old English word 'stamman', which means 'to stammer' or 'to hesitate'. It is related to the Old High German word 'stammeln', which also means 'to stammer'.


Trivia
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  1. Approximately 1% of the population stammers.

  2. Stammering is more common in children than adults.

  3. There are various treatments and therapies available for stammering, including speech therapy and medication.


Related Concepts
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  1. Speech Disorders: Stammering is a type of speech disorder that affects the fluency and clarity of speech.

  2. Communication Disorders: Stammering is a type of communication disorder that can make it difficult for individuals to express themselves effectively.


Culture
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Stammering has been a topic of interest in literature and art, with notable figures such as Winston Churchill and Marilyn Monroe having famously dealt with the condition. It has also been explored in various works of art, including the play 'The Glass Menagerie' by Tennessee Williams.

How to Memorize "stammered"

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    - Imagine someone struggling to speak and repeating sounds or words. Visualize the facial expressions and body language associated with stammering.

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  3. mnemonics

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