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talk vs whisper

whisper vs talk

talk and whisper both are nouns.

talk and whisper both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
talk Yes No Yes No
whisper Yes No Yes No
As verbs, whisper is a hyponym of talk; that is, whisper is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than talk:
  • talk: express in speech
  • whisper: speak softly; in a low voice
talk (noun) whisper (noun)
the act of giving a talk to an audience speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords
an exchange of ideas via conversation a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind
idle gossip or rumor
a speech that is open to the public
discussion; (`talk about' is a less formal alternative for `discussion of')
talk (verb) whisper (verb)
express in speech speak softly; in a low voice
exchange thoughts; talk with
reveal information
use language
deliver a lecture or talk
divulge confidential information or secrets
Difference between talk and whisper

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