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VocabJLPT N3

to whisper

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Also written as 囁く

Definitions

1. to whisper
2. to murmur
3. to rumor

This verb means to whisper or murmur quietly, speaking in a very soft voice close to someone's ear. It often carries a gentle or secretive nuance and is used in both romantic and dramatic contexts in stories and everyday speech.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A colleague whispered "I can hear you" from around the corner of the hallway.

Sentence 2

I whispered to myself, "Don't panic."

Sentence 3

Under the desk, my colleague whispered, "Stay quiet for now."

Sentence 4

On the train, my friend leaned over and whispered a secret to me.

Sentence 5

Half-doubtful, he whispered, "Really?"