splutter
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/ˈsplʌtər/
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/ˈsplʌtə(r)/
To speak in a quick, messy way because you're upset or surprised, sometimes making sounds like you're spitting.
He spluttered in disbelief when he heard the news.
그는 그 뉴스를 듣고 믿을 수 없이 말을 엉뚱이 했다.
To make short, sudden sounds like something is spitting out or not working properly.
The old car spluttered before it finally started.
그 오래된 자동차는 마침내 시작하기 전에 삐걱였다.
A short, explosive sound, like something is spitting out or not working well.
The engine made a splutter before it roared to life.
엔진은 살아나기 전에 삐걱였다가 으르렁거렸다.