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How to pronounce “lisp

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Pronunciation guide for lisp

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of lisp with real speech in context.
Available examples
8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Eduardo Briceño: How to get better at the things you care aboutTo speak more clearly despite a lisp,
Definition summary
The act or a habit of lisping.

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How to pronounce lisp

Eduardo Briceño: How to get better at the things you care about

To speak more clearly despite a lisp,

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “lisp

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • The act or a habit of lisping.
  • [Verb]
  • (intransitive) To pronounce the consonant ‘s’ imperfectly; to give ‘s’ and ‘z’ the sounds of ‘th’ (/θ/, /ð/). This is a speech impediment common among children.
  • (intransitive) To speak with imperfect articulation; to mispronounce, such as a child learning to talk.
  • (intransitive, archaic) To speak hesitatingly and with a low voice, as if afraid.
  • (intransitive, archaic) to express by the use of simple, childlike language.
  • (intransitive, archaic) To speak with reserve or concealment; to utter timidly or confidentially.

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