lisp

[lɪsp]

lisp Definition

• 1. a speech disorder characterized by the inability to correctly pronounce sibilant consonants, especially 's' and 'z'
• 2. a way of speaking that involves pronouncing 's' and 'z' sounds as 'th'

Using lisp: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lisp" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The child had a lisp and had trouble pronouncing certain words.

• Example

  She spoke with a lisp, which made it difficult for others to understand her.

• Example

  He was teased in school because of his lisp.

lisp Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lisp

• stammer
• stutter
• speech impediment
• speech defect

Phrases with lisp

• have a lisp

  to have a speech disorder characterized by the inability to correctly pronounce sibilant consonants, especially 's' and 'z'

  Example

  She has a lisp and has trouble pronouncing certain words.

• lisp and all

  including any speech impediments or defects

  Example

  She gave a great presentation, lisp and all.

• thick lisp

  a severe form of lisp where 's' and 'z' sounds are pronounced as 'th'

  Example

  He had a thick lisp that made it difficult for others to understand him.

Origins of lisp

from Old English 'wlispian', meaning 'to lisp'

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Summary: lisp in Brief

A 'lisp' [lɪsp] is a speech disorder characterized by the inability to correctly pronounce sibilant consonants, especially 's' and 'z'. It can also refer to a way of speaking that involves pronouncing 's' and 'z' sounds as 'th'. 'Lisp' is often used in phrases like 'have a lisp' and 'lisp and all,' and can be a source of teasing or difficulty in communication.