How to Pronounce Psst

To pronounce "psst", say PSST — one syllable, IPA /psːː(t)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/psːː(t)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “psst”

"psst" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat.

What does psst mean?

verb

  1. To say psst, to get someone's attention or to communicate with them.

interjection

  1. Implies that the speaker is sending secret or whispered information to another person.

    “Psst, John, don’t tell anyone, but I’ve got lots of candy stashed away.”

Synonyms

hist

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "psst"?▾

"Psst" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "psst"?▾

The IPA transcription of "psst" is /psːː(t)/.

What does "psst" mean?▾

Psst: To say psst, to get someone's attention or to communicate with them.

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