noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
low voice; whisper; soft voice
Refers to speaking in a quiet voice, often intentionally to avoid being overheard. Can be used as a noun or with の to modify another noun (e.g., 小声の会話). Antonym: 大声 (おおごえ, loud voice).
Antonyms: 大声
彼は私に小声で秘密を教えてくれた。
He told me the secret in a low voice.
図書館では
Please speak in a quiet voice in the library.