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Shush Meaning in English

word

shuush
shuush

Definition

To tell someone to be quiet by saying a short, soft sound like 'shhh.' Used to ask for silence in a gentle or insistent way.

Usage & Nuances

'Shush' is informal, often used with children or in libraries. Can sound gentle or irritated depending on the tone. Sometimes used as a verb: 'She shushed him.' May seem rude if overused or said sharply.

Example Sentences

The teacher said 'shush' when the class got too noisy.

basic

Please shush so we can watch the movie.

basic

Mom told the kids to shush during the call.

basic

He tried to shush me, but I kept talking anyway.

natural

You don’t have to shush every time someone laughs!

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The librarian gave us a quick shush as we entered.

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