whew

English dictionary entry

Meanings

intj
  1. An expressive sound made indicating the release of one's inner tension; the release of breath; an expression of relief.
  2. An expression of amazement or surprise.
verb
  1. To whistle with a shrill pipe, like a plover.
verb
  1. To bustle about.

Pronunciation

/hwjuː/ /fjuː/ en-us-whew.ogg

Word forms

whew whews whewing whewed

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