Lisped: meaning, definitions and examples
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lisped
[ lษชspt ]
speech pattern
Lisped refers to a speech defect characterized by the misarticulation of sibilant sounds, especially the sounds 's' and 'z'. When someone lisps, they pronounce these sounds like 'th', which can make speech sound playful or childish. This speech pattern is often associated with childhood but can persist into adulthood if not addressed. Lisping can be the result of various factors, including anatomical differences, hearing issues, or learned speech habits.
Synonyms
lisp, sibilant misarticulation
Examples of usage
- The child lisped when he spoke.
- She lisped sweetly as she told her story.
- Many children lisp before mastering their speech.
- He noticed that his niece lisped when excited.
Translations
Translations of the word "lisped" in other languages:
๐ต๐น lispado
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเคฟเคธเฅเคชเฅเคก
๐ฉ๐ช lispelnd
๐ฎ๐ฉ lisped
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะตัะฟะตะด
๐ต๐ฑ lisped
๐ฏ๐ต ใชในใใใ
๐ซ๐ท lispรฉ
๐ช๐ธ lisped
๐น๐ท lisped
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฆฌ์ต๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุชูููุนุซูู
๐จ๐ฟ lisped
๐ธ๐ฐ lisped
๐จ๐ณ ๅฃๅ็
๐ธ๐ฎ lisped
๐ฎ๐ธ lisped
๐ฐ๐ฟ lisped
๐ฌ๐ช แแแกแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ lisped
๐ฒ๐ฝ lisped
Word origin
The term 'lisped' derives from the Old English word 'lispian', which meant to speak with a hissing or slushy sound. Its roots extend back to Germanic languages, where similar forms were used to describe a speech defect or a specific way of articulating certain sounds. The pronunciation of 's' and 'z' as 'th' has been noted in various cultures and languages, influencing the perception of lisping as a common speech impediment. Over time, the term evolved, and the contemporary understanding of lisp includes both the specific pronunciation characteristics and the broader implications of speech development contexts. In modern contexts, lisping is frequently addressed through speech therapy, recognized as an important aspect of speech development, especially in children.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #35,699, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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