disfluency

Disfluency refers to moments when speech is interrupted, slowed, or disrupted, such as hesitations, repetitions, or corrections. These interruptions are common and natural, often occurring when someone is thinking, trying to find the right words, or expressing complex ideas. Disfluencies can vary in frequency and type among individuals and are typical in everyday conversation. While minor disfluencies usually go unnoticed, frequent or excessive disruptions may indicate a speech or language challenge that could benefit from professional assessment or intervention.