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Pst

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Definition

An exclamation used to get someone's attention in a quiet or secretive way.

Synonyms & similar words

pacifictime pacificstandardtime pst shh hush quiet silence psst hey listen yo ahem hem uh-huh well um er ah oh wow yikes oops

Synonyms by register

Informal

shush hush quiet

Common collocations

  • pst a moment
  • pst your lips
  • pst and listen
  • pst the children

Word family

verb pst

Usage note

Pst is an onomatopoeic word used to get someone's attention quietly, often by making a soft kissing sound. It is primarily used informally.

Example sentences

  1. Pst, I have a secret to tell you!
  2. You can whisper 'pst' to get someone's attention.
  3. Pst, did you hear about the surprise party?

Quotes

  • Pst, hey you. Yes, you. Listen to me.
  • Pst. I have a secret to tell you.
  • Pst. Come closer. I have something to show you.

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