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speak vs whisper

whisper vs speak

speak is not a noun while whisper is a noun.

speak and whisper both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
speak No No Yes No
whisper Yes No Yes No
As verbs, whisper is a hyponym of speak; that is, whisper is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than speak:
  • speak: express in speech
  • whisper: speak softly; in a low voice
speak (noun) whisper (noun)
speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords
a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind
speak (verb) whisper (verb)
express in speech speak softly; in a low voice
exchange thoughts; talk with
use language
give a speech to
make a characteristic or natural sound
Difference between speak and whisper

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