Suchen
to hiss
01
zischen, schnarren
to make a sharp, prolonged sound, usually produced by forcing air through the mouth
Intransitive
Example
The cat hissed at the approaching stranger, warning them to stay away.
In the quiet night, the snake hissed menacingly in the grass.
02
zischen, schnauben
to produce a sharp, sibilant sound to express disapproval, contempt, or mockery
Intransitive
Example
The crowd began to hiss when the referee made a questionable call.
She could n’t help but hiss in disapproval at the rude comment.
03
zischen, pfeifen
to show disapproval or contempt for someone by making a hissing sound directed at them
Transitive: to hiss sb
Example
The audience began to hiss the actor off the stage after a poor performance.
The fans hissed the referee after he made a questionable call during the game.
04
zischen, fauchen
to move while producing a sharp, sibilant sound
Intransitive
Example
The train hissed by, its brakes releasing air with a sharp sound.
The wind hissed through the trees, creating an eerie atmosphere.
Hiss
01
Zischen, Schnauben
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
02
Zischen, Zischlaut
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
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