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tongue twister Definition

tongue twister

noun

a phrase or sentence that is hard to say fast, usually because of alliteration or a sequence of nearly similar sounds (Ex.: six sick sheiks)

tongue twister Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • rhyme: Learning rhymes, tongue twisters, songs, poems.
  • say: Red lorry, yellow lorry ) ยท Try saying those tongue twisters REALLY fast!

Modifies a noun

  • sentence: Now children write their tongue twister sentences on each page.

Preposition: in

  • language: The " sixth sick sheik's sixth sheep's sick " is said to be the toughest tongue twister in the English language.

Browse dictionary entries near tongue twister

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  6. ‹ tongue-and-groove joint
  7. ‹ tongue
  8. ‹ tongs
  9. ‹ Tongan
  10. ‹ tonga
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