phut
9.9
A short word used to show a soft popping sound
- interjection
- /fʌt/
:
puf
- Pulls the trigger. Phut!
Examples
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He pointed his pistol at the wall and said, "Phut."
Fiction book (2000) -
"Phut," he said, imitating the uninspiring sound of the weapon.
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"Phut," he said, imitating the uninspiring sound of the weapon.
Fiction book (2000) -
Phut!
Synonyms
1
9.9
A short popping sound made playfully to show a kiss or light spit
means a soft sudden pop or small explosion rather than a playful exclamation
1
9.9
A short soft sound when air or gas escapes quickly
means a soft pop or small explosion rather than escaping air
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Surface Forms
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Etymology
Phut is used like a little sound effect and comes from the quiet noise it shows, a soft 'puff' or little 'pop'. So you can say phut to show that sudden, gentle sound when something goes out or bursts.