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lisp

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Verb — To pronounce the sounds 's' and 'z' as 'th', usually as a speech habit rather than deliberately.

Etymology

From Old English wlisp ("stammering"), going back to a Proto-Germanic root meaning much the same thing.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lisp” mean?

The word “lisp” means to pronounce the sounds 's' and 'z' as 'th', usually as a speech habit rather than deliberately. In plain terms, speaking with a soft 'th' sound where 's' or 'z' should be.

How do you pronounce “lisp”?

“Lisp” is pronounced lihsp (/lɪsp/ in IPA).

How do you use “lisp” in a sentence?

Here is “lisp” used in a sentence: “He's had a slight lisp since childhood and says 'thoup' instead of 'soup'.”

What part of speech is “lisp”?

Depending on how it is used, “lisp” can be a verb and a noun.

Where does the word “lisp” come from?

The word “lisp” comes from Old English. From Old English wlisp ("stammering"), going back to a Proto-Germanic root meaning much the same thing.

How many meanings does “lisp” have?

“Lisp” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to pronounce the sounds 's' and 'z' as 'th', usually as a speech habit rather than deliberately.

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