How to Pronounce Whir

To pronounce "whir", say WHIR — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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WHIR

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What does whir mean?

noun

  1. A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.
  2. A bustle of noise and excitement.

verb

  1. To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.
  2. To make a sibilant buzzing or droning sound.

Synonyms

bustlehustlebuzzdronehumpurrwhinewhistlewhizz

Related words

whizzwhizwhirrbirrpurrwhirrsthrumhums

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whir"?▾

"Whir" has one syllable.

What does "whir" mean?▾

Whir: A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.

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