English · Common Verbs
whispers
/ˈwɪspərz/
[/ˈwɪspərz/]
third-person singular of whisper
Beginnerverb
Definition
Third-person singular present of 'whisper': used when he, she, or it does the action of whisper.
Example
The teacher whispers a clue to any pupil who is struggling with the hard puzzle.
The teacher whispers a clue to any pupil who is struggling with the hard puzzle.
Etymology
From Old English 'hwisprian', of imitative origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used with singular subjects like he, she, or it in the present tense.