susurrar

🧠 What does susurrar mean?

The verb 'susurrar' means to speak in a very low, quiet voice, using breath rather than the vocal cords. It is the direct equivalent of 'to whisper'. Figuratively, it is often used to describe soft, rustling sounds, such as the wind moving through leaves or the gentle sound of water.

📚 Extra examples

• Me susurró la respuesta al oído para que nadie más la oyera.
  She whispered the answer in my ear so no one else would hear it.
• Nos gusta sentarnos en el parque y escuchar el viento susurrar entre los árboles.
  We like to sit in the park and listen to the wind whisper through the trees.
• “No hagas ruido”, susurró el guía mientras nos acercábamos a los animales.
  “Don’t make a sound,” the guide whispered as we approached the animals.

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🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "susurrar"

Synonyms: murmurar, cuchichear, musitar, hablar en voz baja
Opposites: gritar, vociferar, clamar, hablar a voces

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