xiuxiuejar — meaning in English

English meaning

• hiss verb To make a sharp, sustained "sss" sound, as a snake or escaping gas does.
• whisper verb To speak very quietly, using breath rather than the full voice, so only someone nearby can hear.

Senses

xiuxiuejar is used for these senses in English:

• hiss (intransitive) To make a hiss, a sibilant sound of air escaping.

hiss — full definition

1. verb To make a sharp, sustained "sss" sound, as a snake or escaping gas does.
2. verb To show disapproval of someone by making this sound.
3. noun A sharp, sustained sound like that made by a snake or escaping steam.

whisper — full definition

1. verb To speak very quietly, using breath rather than the full voice, so only someone nearby can hear.
2. noun A very quiet way of speaking, or an unconfirmed rumour.

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