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hiss

/hɪs/

CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6926 in the learning path

发出嘶嘶声

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Definitions

v. To make a long, sharp sound like escaping steam.

发出嘶嘶声

n. A long, sharp sound made by escaping air or steam.

嘶嘶声

Example

The cat hissed when the puppy came too close.

小狗靠得太近时,猫发出了嘶嘶声。

Engineers investigated a persistent hiss from the heating system to identify possible leaks and prevent energy waste.

工程师检查了供暖系统持续发出的嘶嘶声,以查明可能的泄漏并防止能源浪费。

Collocations

  • hiss at someone
  • a faint hiss
  • a hiss of steam

Word family

  • hissing (n.)

Usage tip

hiss at可表示冲人嘶叫或发嘘声。

FAQ

What does hiss mean?
To make a long, sharp sound like escaping steam. A long, sharp sound made by escaping air or steam.
How is hiss pronounced?
UK /hɪs/, US /hɪs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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