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    Silbato (en. Whistle)

    /sil'βato/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Instrument used to emit a loud and sharp sound, generally made of metal or plastic.
    The referee used his whistle to signal the end of the match.
    El árbitro usó su silbato para señalar el final del partido.
    Sound emitted by this instrument.
    The whistle sounded throughout the field during the game.
    El silbato sonó en toda la cancha durante el juego.
    Whistling produced by expelling air through the lips.
    The boy could make a whistle with his fingers.
    El niño podía hacer un silbato con los dedos.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'silbar' which means to emit a sharp sound by expelling air.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    alert whistle
    It refers to a whistle used to attract attention in emergency situations.
    silbato de alerta
    to give a whistle
    Expression that means to issue a warning or call attention.
    dar un silbato

    Related Words

    silbar
    To produce a sharp sound with the lips or an instrument.
    silbar
    pito
    Small whistle, often used by referees or in sports.
    pito
    señal
    Indication given to communicate something through a sound or gesture.
    señal

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to a notice or signal among friends.
    When you see me, give me a whistle so you know I’m here.
    Cuando me veas, dame un silbato para que sepas que estoy aquí.
    Referring to someone who tries too hard to attract attention.
    That guy always has to be the whistle of the group.
    Ese chico siempre tiene que ser el silbato del grupo.