Japanese

ひそひそ

ひそひそばなし
Meaning: whispering; secret talk
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

ひ
そ
ひ
そ
話

Example sentences

Two female students were whispering in the corner of the classroom.
彼の聴力はまさに師曠之聡であり、遠くのひそひそ話まで聞き取れる。
His hearing is truly extraordinary, and he can pick up even distant whispers.

Usage Notes

Refers to speaking in a low voice so that others cannot hear.

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