noun
- Plural of dysfluency; interruptions or irregularities in the flow of speech, such as stuttering, stammering, or hesitations.
Usage: Used in speech-language pathology and linguistics; Can refer to both developmental and acquired speech disorders
Examples
- The speech therapist identified several dysfluencies in the child's speech pattern.
- Common dysfluencies include repetitions, prolongations, and blocks.
- Many children experience temporary dysfluencies during language development.
- The assessment measured the frequency and type of dysfluencies present.
- With practice and therapy, many dysfluencies can be reduced or eliminated.
- Stress and anxiety can increase the occurrence of dysfluencies in some speakers.