Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Silbando (en. Whistling)

    /silˈβando/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To produce a high-pitched sound by expelling air between the lips or through a whistle.
    The boy was whistling his favorite song while playing.
    El niño estaba silbando su canción favorita mientras jugaba.
    To attract someone's attention by whistling.
    Whistling to his dog, he managed to get it to run over.
    Silbando a su perro, logró que viniera corriendo.
    To express satisfaction or joy through a whistle.
    The group of friends started whistling when they saw their favorite singer arrive.
    El grupo de amigos comenzó a silbar cuando vieron a su cantante favorito llegar.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to whistle', which comes from the Latin 'sibilare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    whistling between the teeth
    To whistle softly, usually when one is thinking or distracted.
    silbando entre los dientes
    whistling like a happy person
    Whistling cheerfully, indicating a good mood.
    silbando como una persona feliz
    better to whistle than to cry
    An expression that indicates it's better to maintain a positive attitude.
    mejor silbar que llorar

    Related Words

    whistle
    Sound produced when whistling.
    silbido
    whistle
    A form of whistle, often higher-pitched.
    silbo
    whistler
    A person who whistles.
    silbador

    Slang Meanings

    Whistling to catch someone's attention in a flirtatious manner.
    He was whistling at the girl in the bar to get her to notice me.
    Estaba silbando a la chica del bar para que se diera cuenta de mí.
    Whistling to express contempt or mockery.
    He whistled in mockery when he heard the comment.
    Silbó en señal de burla cuando escuchó el comentario.