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    Siffler (en. Whistle)

    /sif.le/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To produce a whistling sound, a characteristic high-pitched sound.
    He whistles a joyful melody.
    Il siffle une mélodie joyeuse.
    To call or attract someone's attention by whistling.
    He whistles to bring his friend over.
    Il siffle pour faire venir son ami.
    To whisper or murmur in a discreet manner.
    They were whistling words of love in the dark.
    Ils sifflaient des mots d'amour dans le noir.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'siflare', related to the words 'siffler' and 'sifflant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    whistle like a bird
    To make a pleasant or melodic sound.
    siffler comme un oiseau
    whistle into the void
    To talk or make noise without being heard or listened to.
    siffler dans le vide

    Related Words

    whistling
    Action or sound of whistling.
    sifflement
    whistler
    A person who whistles or makes whistles.
    siffleur
    whistling
    One who produces a whistling sound.
    sifflant

    Slang Meanings

    To warn someone of imminent danger.
    He whistled when he saw the train approaching.
    Il a sifflé quand il a vu le train approcher.
    To criticize or mock discreetly.
    She whistled at her friend when he made a mistake.
    Elle a sifflé à son ami lorsqu'il a fait une erreur.