How to Pronounce "whisper"

word

US

/ˈhwɪspɝ/

WIS-pur

UK

/wˈɪspɐ/

WIS-puh

Definition

To speak very quietly, using a soft low voice so that only someone nearby can hear you. As a noun, it also means a very quiet sound or way of speaking.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈhwɪspɝ/

British English

/wˈɪspɐ/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

WIS-pur

UK

WIS-puh

Listen in Context

Please whisper in the library.

She whispered my name.

I heard a whisper behind me.

He leaned over and whispered that the meeting was canceled.