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    Silbar (en. Whistle)

    /silˈβaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To produce a clear and high-pitched sound by blowing air between the lips.
    The boy started to whistle a cheerful melody.
    El niño comenzó a silbar una melodía alegre.
    To make a whistle as a signal or call.
    He whistled to get his friend's attention.
    Silbó para llamar la atención de su amigo.
    To emit a sound similar to a whistle.
    The wind was whistling through the trees.
    El viento silbaba entre los árboles.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sibilare', which means to make a hissing sound or whistle.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to whistle in the fog
    To act without being seen or recognized.
    silbar en la niebla

    Related Words

    whistle
    Sound produced by whistling.
    silbido
    whistling
    Capable of whistling.
    silbante

    Slang Meanings

    To whistle in the context of getting someone's attention in a flirtatious manner.
    He whistled at that girl on the street.
    Él le silbó a esa chica en la calle.
    To whistle to express disapproval or mockery.
    The fans started to whistle at the referee for his decisions.
    La afición empezó a silbar al árbitro por sus decisiones.