whisper

verb

How many syllables in whisper?

There are 2 syllables in the word whisper.

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Divide whisper into syllables:

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How to pronounce whisper:

Definition of whisper:

whisper (verb):: speak softly; in a low voice.; to speak or say (something) very softly, using the breath instead of the vocal cords; to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard

Synonyms for whisper:

breathe

mumble

murmur

mutter

purr

say softly

say sotto voce

speak

speak in hushed tones

talk

utter

utter under the breath

verbalise

verbalize

Antonyms for whisper:

bark

bawl

bellow

call

caterwaul

caterwauling

cheer

clamor

clamour

cry

crying

exclamation

holler

hoot

howl

howling

outcry

roar

scream

screaming

screech

shout

shouting

shriek

shrieking

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