What Does Hiss Mean?

Verb

To make a hissing sound.
To show dislike by hissing.
To make a sound that goes 'hiss'.
To move quietly with a hissing sound.
To let out a sound like 'hiss'.
To speak softly and angrily.

Noun

A sound like a snake makes or steam escaping.
A sound people make to show they don't like something.

Hiss Meaning in Other Languages

hindi

हिस्स

hiss

फुसफुसाना

phusphusana

सिसकना

sisakna

Hiss in Sentences

A snake can hiss when it feels threatened.

The kettle made a hiss sound when the water boiled.

My cat hisses when she is upset.

You can hear a hiss when air escapes from a balloon.

The hiss of the steam was loud.

Hiss Story for Kids

Sammy the Snake

In a sunny garden, there lived a little snake named Sammy. Sammy loved to play hide and seek among the flowers. But whenever he got excited, he would let out a loud "hiss!"

One day, Sammy's friends, the butterflies, were curious. "Why do you hiss, Sammy?" they asked.

With a big smile, Sammy replied, "It's my way of saying hello! It’s like a secret song just for you!"

The butterflies giggled and decided to join in. Soon, the garden was filled with happy hisses and fluttering wings. Remember, friends, every sound can be a fun way to share joy!

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiss

What does 'hiss' mean?

The word 'hiss' means to make a sound like a snake or a cat when it is angry. It sounds like 'ssss'.

How do you pronounce 'hiss'?

You pronounce 'hiss' like this: 'hiss' (it rhymes with 'miss').

What is the origin of the word 'hiss'?

The word 'hiss' comes from the sound that snakes make, and it has been used in English for a long time!

What is the meaning of 'hiss' in Kannada?

The word 'hiss' in Kannada is 'ಹಿಸು' (Hisu).

Facts & Quotes About Hiss

Fact: A hiss is a sound that snakes make to warn others!

Proverb: A snake in the grass can be a surprise, meaning danger can be hidden.

Quote: "The snake that cannot shed its skin must perish." - Friedrich Nietzsche

Hiss Meaning for Kids