susurro
“susurro” means “whisper” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
whisper
Also: murmur, rustle
📝 In Action
Ella me dijo el secreto en un susurro.
A2She told me the secret in a whisper.
El susurro del viento entre los árboles me ayuda a dormir.
B1The rustle of the wind through the trees helps me sleep.
Se escuchaba un leve susurro en la sala de cine.
B2A faint murmur could be heard in the movie theater.
I whisper
Also: I murmur
📝 In Action
Yo siempre susurro cuando el bebé está durmiendo.
A2I always whisper when the baby is sleeping.
Te susurro la respuesta para que nadie más la oiga.
B1I'll whisper the answer to you so no one else hears it.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: susurro
Question 1 of 3
Which of these means 'a soft rustle of leaves'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'susurrus', which sounds like the actual noise of whispering. It is a word created to imitate a sound.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'susurro' be a bad thing?
Not usually! It is mostly used for secrets, romance, or peaceful nature sounds. However, it can be used for 'rumors' if people are whispering behind someone's back.
What is the difference between 'susurro' and 'murmullo'?
They are very similar. A 'susurro' is often more intentional (like a secret), while a 'murmullo' is often just a low background noise (like a crowd talking quietly).
Does 'susurro' sound like its meaning?
Yes! Linguists call this onomatopoeia. The 's' and 'u' sounds mimic the breathy sound of whispering.