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tartajeo means stuttering — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 11, 2025

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tartajeo

noun • /[tar-ta-JEH-o]/

stuttering

Example:

Su tartajeo hizo reír a todos.

His stuttering made everyone laugh.

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🧠 What does tartajeo mean?

Tartajeo is a noun in Spanish that refers to the act of stuttering or stammering. It describes the broken, halting speech pattern characteristic of someone who stutters. Think of it as the observable behavior of stuttering, rather than the condition itself. It can sometimes carry a slightly humorous or lighthearted connotation, depending on the context, but it's generally best to use it with sensitivity.

📚 Extra examples

  • El tartajeo del presentador puso nerviosa a la audiencia.
    The presenter's stuttering made the audience nervous.
  • Con un poco de práctica, pudo controlar su tartajeo.
    With a bit of practice, he was able to control his stuttering.
  • El tartajeo en su voz desapareció cuando empezó a cantar.
    The stuttering in his voice disappeared when he began to sing.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'stuttering' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'stuttering' in Spanish is 'tartamudez'. 'Tartajeo' refers specifically to the act or sound of stuttering, whereas 'tartamudez' refers to the condition itself.
How do you pronounce 'tartajeo' in Spanish?
It's pronounced tar-tah-HEH-oh, with the emphasis on the third syllable. Each 'a' is pronounced like the 'a' in 'father'.
How do you use 'tartajeo' in a sentence?
You can use 'tartajeo' in a sentence like this: 'Su tartajeo era casi imperceptible.' (His stuttering was almost imperceptible.)
What is the English translation of 'tartajeo'?
The English translation of 'tartajeo' is 'stuttering'.
Does 'tartajeo' change for gender or number?
No, 'tartajeo' is a masculine noun and does not change for number. You would say 'el tartajeo' for both singular and plural.
Is 'tartajeo' common in everyday Spanish?
It's not incredibly common in everyday conversation, but it's understood. 'Tartamudez' (the condition of stuttering) is more frequently used.
Does 'tartajeo' have slang or double meanings?
While 'tartajeo' itself doesn't have any slang or double meanings, it's important to be mindful and sensitive when discussing speech impediments. Using humor related to someone's stutter could be considered offensive.
Is 'tartajeo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'tartajeo' is understood across both Spain and Latin America with the same meaning.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "tartajeo"

Synonyms: tartamudeo, balbuceo

💡 Did You Know?

While 'tartajeo' focuses on the act of stuttering, the term 'tartamudez' refers to the speech disorder itself. It's similar to the difference between 'coughing' and 'having a cough' in English.

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