Translation guide
The English word "hiss" can describe a sharp sibilant sound made by animals, people, or objects. In Japanese, different words are used depending on the source and context.
To describe the sharp, prolonged 'sss' sound made by snakes, cats, or other animals.
Onomatopoeia for a hissing sound, commonly used for snakes, cats, or escaping steam.
蛇がシューと威嚇した。
The snake hissed threateningly.
To describe a person making a sharp, whispered sound to express anger or to get attention quietly.
Literally 'to say shh', used when someone hisses to quiet others or express anger in a whisper.
彼は怒ってシーッと言った。
He hissed angrily.
To describe the sound of escaping steam, air, or gas.
Same onomatopoeia as for animals, used for steam, air leaks, or frying sounds.
やかんがシューと音を立てている。
The kettle is hissing.
猫がシューッと鳴いた。
The cat hissed.
Another onomatopoeia for hissing, often used for cats or snakes, sometimes perceived as more aggressive.
猫がシャーッと威嚇した。
The cat hissed in warning.
Describes speaking in a lowered, angry voice, similar to hissing in tone.
彼女は声をひそめて怒った。
She hissed in anger.
タイヤから空気がシューと漏れている。
Air is hissing out of the tire.
Onomatopoeia for a sudden burst of hissing, like opening a carbonated drink.
缶を開けるとプシューと音がした。
The can hissed when I opened it.