stammering
Definitions
The act of speaking with sudden involuntary pauses and a tendency to repeat the initial letters of words.
A speech disorder characterized by hesitations and repetitions that disrupt the flow of speech.
Examples
He began stammering when he was asked to explain the mistake in front of the entire board.
Despite his initial stammering, he eventually found the confidence to deliver a powerful speech.
Synonyms
stuttering halting hesitant faltering spluttering mumbling inarticulate