How Do You Spell STAMMERING?

Pronunciation: [stˈaməɹɪŋ] (IPA)

Stammering is a word used to describe a difficulty in speaking, characterized by a stutter or hesitation. The spelling of "stammering" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /ˈstæmərɪŋ/. This means that the word is pronounced with a short "a" sound at the beginning, followed by a "m" sound and a "schwa" or unstressed sound in the middle. The word ends with the letter "r" and a long "i" sound, followed by the suffix "-ing" which indicates an ongoing action.

STAMMERING Meaning and Definition

  1. Stammering, also known as stuttering, is a speech disorder characterized by the involuntary repetition, prolongation, or blocking of sounds, syllables, or words that disrupt the natural flow of speech. It is estimated to affect approximately 1% of the global population.

    Individuals who stammer often experience difficulties initiating or continuing speech, resulting in frequent interruptions and hesitations. These disruptions can manifest as repetitions (repeating the same sound or word multiple times), prolongations (drawing out or extending sounds), or blocks (pausing or being unable to produce sounds at all). Stammering can also involve physical tension in the face, throat, or other areas of the body, as well as secondary behaviors such as blinking or avoiding eye contact.

    The precise cause of stammering is not fully understood, but it is believed to result from a combination of genetic, neurological, and environmental factors. It may be exacerbated by stress, anxiety, or self-consciousness, further hindering speech fluency.

    Treatment for stammering often involves speech therapy, which aims to improve speech fluency and minimize the impact of the disorder on an individual's daily life. Techniques such as breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and desensitization can be employed to reduce anxiety and promote more fluent speech. In severe cases, medications may be prescribed to manage associated anxiety or stress.

    It is important to create a supportive and understanding environment for individuals who stammer, as they may experience social stigma, embarrassment, and frustration due to their speech difficulties. With proper support and therapy, many individuals with stammering can improve their speech fluency and communication skills.

  2. A speech disorder characterized by (1) hesitation and repetition of words, or (2) mispronunciation or transposition of certain consonants, especially l, r, and s. Lisping, lalling, rhotacism, and idioglossia are varieties of the second form of stammering.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. • Speaking with difficulty.
    • A stuttering or imperfect utterance in speech.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for STAMMERING

Etymology of STAMMERING

The word "stammering" has its origins in Middle English. It is derived from the Old English word "stamerian", which means "to stammer" or "to stutter". The Old English word is in turn derived from the Proto-Germanic word "stamurōną" which also means "to stammer" or "to hesitate". The Proto-Germanic word can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*steb(h)-", meaning "to support" or "to stiffen". Over time, the word "stammering" has remained relatively unchanged in terms of its meaning and pronunciation.

Similar spelling words for STAMMERING

Plural form of STAMMERING is STAMMERINGS

Conjugate verb Stammering

CONDITIONAL

I would stammer
we would stammer
you would stammer
he/she/it would stammer
they would stammer

FUTURE

I will stammer
we will stammer
you will stammer
he/she/it will stammer
they will stammer

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have stammered
we will have stammered
you will have stammered
he/she/it will have stammered
they will have stammered

PAST

I stammered
we stammered
you stammered
he/she/it stammered
they stammered

PAST PERFECT

I had stammered
we had stammered
you had stammered
he/she/it had stammered
they had stammered

PRESENT

I stammer
we stammer
you stammer
he/she/it stammers
they stammer

PRESENT PERFECT

I have stammered
we have stammered
you have stammered
he/she/it has stammered
they have stammered
I am stammering
we are stammering
you are stammering
he/she/it is stammering
they are stammering
I was stammering
we were stammering
you were stammering
he/she/it was stammering
they were stammering
I will be stammering
we will be stammering
you will be stammering
he/she/it will be stammering
they will be stammering
I have been stammering
we have been stammering
you have been stammering
he/she/it has been stammering
they have been stammering
I had been stammering
we had been stammering
you had been stammering
he/she/it had been stammering
they had been stammering
I will have been stammering
we will have been stammering
you will have been stammering
he/she/it will have been stammering
they will have been stammering
I would have stammered
we would have stammered
you would have stammered
he/she/it would have stammered
they would have stammered
I would be stammering
we would be stammering
you would be stammering
he/she/it would be stammering
they would be stammering
I would have been stammering
we would have been stammering
you would have been stammering
he/she/it would have been stammering
they would have been stammering

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