adj

rasping

Rasping (adj) means Harsh and grating, especially describing a voice or sound. Example: “He spoke in a rasping whisper.”

adj

Harsh and grating, especially describing a voice or sound.

"He spoke in a rasping whisper."

How to use rasping

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRough and scratchy-sounding.

more rasping comparative, raspings plural, most rasping superlative

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He spoke in a _____ whisper.

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What does “rasping” mean?

The word “rasping” means harsh and grating, especially describing a voice or sound. In plain terms, rough and scratchy-sounding.

How do you use “rasping” in a sentence?

Here is “rasping” used in a sentence: “He spoke in a rasping whisper.”

What part of speech is “rasping”?

“Rasping” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of rasping?

"rasping" (adj) means harsh and grating, especially describing a voice or sound.