How to Pronounce Sputtered

To pronounce "sputtered", say SPUTT-er-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

SPUTT-er-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “sputtered”

"sputtered" has 3 syllables: sputt-er-ed. It rhymes with uttered and muttered, if that helps it stick.

What does sputtered mean?

verb

  1. To emit saliva or spit from the mouth in small, scattered portions, as in rapid speaking.
  2. To speak so rapidly as to emit saliva; to utter words hastily and indistinctly, with a spluttering sound, as in rage.

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Words that rhyme with sputtered

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sputtered"?▾

"Sputtered" has 3 syllables: sputt · er · ed.

What does "sputtered" mean?▾

Sputtered: To emit saliva or spit from the mouth in small, scattered portions, as in rapid speaking.

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