Synonyms for

Whistles

Verb / ˈwɪsʌlz / / ˈhwɪsʌlz / Another word for whistles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make a high-pitched sound by forcing breath through a small opening between the lips or teeth

Synonyms & similar words

sing whistling whistle pennywhistle tinwhistle blows toots tweets warbles pipes trills chirps cheeps flutes twitters sings humming buzzes squeaks whines screeches hoots crows squawks yells

Synonyms by register

Formal

hiss pipe whistleblower

Informal

toot hoot blow

Literary

siren flute reed

Antonyms

silence quiet mute stillness hush suppress

Common collocations

  • whistles blow
  • whistles stop
  • whistles sound
  • whistles shrill
  • whistles loud
  • whistles sharp
  • whistles piercing

Word family

noun whistle
verb whistle
adjective whistling

Usage note

The verb 'whistle' can refer to making a sound with the lips or through an instrument. As a noun, it can refer to the sound itself or a device that produces it.

Example sentences

  1. The bird whistles a beautiful melody.
  2. He whistles to get his dog's attention.
  3. The tea kettle whistles when the water is boiling.
  4. The referee whistles to start the game.
  5. She whistles while she works in the garden.

Quotes

  • A whistling woman and a crowing hen never come to a very good end. - Traditional proverb
  • Whistling in the dark to keep my spirits up. - Stephen King
  • I've been whistling this tune all day. - Unknown

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