psh
1
9.9
A soft sound to get someone's attention without speaking
- interjection
- Informal
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psh
Examples
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Psh... piece of cake.
Blog text (23) -
Psh, can you keep it down a bit? I'm trying to focus.
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Psh, look over here; I have something to show you!
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Psh, I think someone is coming, so let's be quiet.
Synonyms
call
vspsh
113
1.0
A sound an animal makes to get attention
is brief and quiet for discreet signaling rather than broad vocal noises
ahem
vspsh
107
9.3
A short throat sound people make to get attention or show hesitation
is shorter and quieter and does not signal hesitation or embarrassment
43
9.9
To quietly get someone's attention without speaking loudly
is a brief quiet sound used to signal someone discreetly
4
9.9
A short exclamation used to show surprise or get someone's attention
is a quiet discreet sound used without surprise or strong emotion
high sign
vspsh
3
7.8
A quiet signal to warn, greet, or recognize someone
is an audible brief sound rather than a silent or visual signal
How Quiet
Surface Forms
psh main
Etymology
Psh is also used as a soft, quiet signal, like a small 'psst' to get someone's attention without speaking. That's why psh can mean a discreet way to call or signal someone.