shh
Translation
shh, hush
Examples
Shh! The baby is sleeping.
Shh! The baby is sleeping.
Grammar Patterns
((interjection)) used to ask for silence. Shh! The baby is sleeping.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hush, quiet
Etymology
Onomatopoeic, imitating the sound made to request silence.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting your index finger to your lips and making the 'shh' sound.