WAYS OF SPEAKING Flashcards
to stammer
To talk with pauses or repeated sounds; a disorder of fluency often related to fear, anxiety, or speech problems.
to stutter
To say something, especially the first part of a word, with difficulty; often due to nervousness, anxiety, or fear.
to slur
To pronounce words unclearly, usually because you’re drunk or tired.
Example: Slurring words can indicate intoxication.
to lisp
To pronounce ‘s’ and ‘z’ as ‘th’; generally seen in kids learning to speak.
To scream
To cry or say something loudly, often in a high note due to fear, anger, or excitement.
to shriek
A short, loud, high cry produced suddenly, often due to pain or laughter.
to yell
To shout something or make a loud noise, typically when angry, in pain, or excited.
to whisper
To speak quietly, using breath; often done when hiding something or gossiping.
to mumble
To speak quietly in a way that’s not clear, making words difficult to understand; often occurs when speaking to oneself or feeling embarrassed.
to mutter
To speak quietly and in a low voice, making it difficult to understand; often done when worried or complaining.
to murmur
To say something in a soft, quiet voice that is difficult to hear or understand; often done when hiding a secret or feeling embarrassed.
to grunt
To make a short, low sound instead of speaking; often associated with anger or pain.
