Definitions
- Describing the sound made by a vehicle or machine when it is not working properly. - Referring to the act of speaking in a confused or hesitant manner. - Talking about the action of spitting out small particles of liquid while speaking or laughing.
- Describing the sound made by a flame or fire when it is not burning smoothly. - Referring to the act of speaking in short bursts or with difficulty. - Talking about the action of spitting out small particles of liquid while cooking or frying.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a sound that is not smooth or consistent.
- 2Both words can be used to describe speech that is hesitant or difficult to understand.
- 3Both words can be used to describe the action of spitting out small particles of liquid.
What is the difference?
- 1Context: Splutter is often used to describe the sound or action of a malfunctioning machine or vehicle, while sputter is more commonly used to describe the sound of a flame or fire that is not burning smoothly.
- 2Sound: Splutter has a harsher and more explosive sound than sputter, which is softer and more intermittent.
- 3Usage: Splutter is more commonly used in British English, while sputter is more commonly used in American English.
- 4Connotation: Splutter can have a negative connotation, suggesting frustration or annoyance, while sputter can have a neutral or even positive connotation, suggesting energy or excitement.
Remember this!
Splutter and sputter are synonyms that describe a sound that is not smooth or consistent, speech that is hesitant or difficult to understand, and the action of spitting out small particles of liquid. However, splutter is often used to describe the sound or action of a malfunctioning machine or vehicle, while sputter is more commonly used to describe the sound of a flame or fire that is not burning smoothly. Additionally, splutter has a harsher and more negative connotation than sputter, which can have a neutral or even positive connotation.
