noun
Uncommon
whispering
WIHS-puh-rihng
Whispering (noun) means the act or sound of speaking very quietly. Example: “Whispering in the library will still disturb people trying to concentrate.”
noun
1
The act or sound of speaking very quietly.
"Whispering in the library will still disturb people trying to concentrate."
adj
1
Speaking or sounding very quiet and soft.
"A whispering breeze moved through the trees."
How to use whispering
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSpeaking, or a sound, that is very soft and quiet.
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Word forms
- Plural
- whisperings
- Comparative
- more whispering
- Superlative
- most whispering
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Related words
Rhymes for whispering
peering
tapering
lowering
covering
offering
entering
altering
cheering
steering
uttering
ordering
towering
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Frequently asked questions
What does “whispering” mean?
The word “whispering” means the act or sound of speaking very quietly. In plain terms, speaking, or a sound, that is very soft and quiet.
How do you pronounce “whispering”?
“Whispering” is pronounced WIHS-puh-rihng (/ˈ(h)wɪspəɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “whispering” in a sentence?
Here is “whispering” used in a sentence: “Whispering in the library will still disturb people trying to concentrate.”
What part of speech is “whispering”?
Depending on how it is used, “whispering” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “whispering” a common word?
“Whispering” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “whispering” have?
“Whispering” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act or sound of speaking very quietly.
