Meaning of the word whispers in English
What does whispers mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
whispers
US /ˈwɪspərz/
UK /ˈwɪspəz/
Noun
a soft or secret sound made by speaking very quietly
Example:
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I heard whispers coming from the next room.
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There were whispers of a scandal in the office.
Verb
to speak very softly using one's breath rather than one's throat, especially for the sake of secrecy or to avoid disturbing others
Example:
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She leaned in to whisper a secret in his ear.
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The children had to whisper so as not to wake the baby.
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