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
301
1.0
A sound an animal makes to get attention
is brief and quiet for discreet signaling rather than broad vocal noises
8
9.9
To quietly get someone's attention without speaking loudly
is a brief quiet sound used to signal someone discreetly
7
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
ahem
vspsh
3
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
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.