How to Pronounce "whisper"
word
/ˈhwɪspɝ/
WIS-pur
/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.