Pronounce 19
WHISTLE
Natural Pronunciation
Say it: WISS-uhl
Two syllables.
WISS rhymes with miss.
Uhl sounds like the ending of little.
Say WISS more strongly.
Do not say the t.
Practical Use
The referee blew the whistle to stop the game.
She likes to whistle while walking her dog.
I heard a train whistle in the distance.
The kettle began to whistle when the water boiled.
The coach used a whistle to get everyone's attention.
Read in Context
The Early Morning Train
Every morning, Daniel walked past the railway station on his way to work. One cold morning, he heard a train whistle before he could see the train approaching. A station employee was checking the platform while passengers gathered near the entrance. The whistle signaled that the train was preparing to depart, so people hurried to board. Daniel stopped to check the time and realized that he had left home earlier than usual. He decided to buy a coffee from a nearby shop before continuing his walk. As the train disappeared into the distance, its whistle faded into the morning air. Daniel enjoyed the quiet moment before the busy workday began.
Understanding the Word
Whistle can mean a high-pitched sound made with the mouth or an object that produces such a sound.
Making a sound with the mouth: He can whistle a familiar tune.
Using a signal: The referee blew the whistle.
An object that makes a sound: The guard carried a whistle around his neck.
