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.
The snake hissed threateningly.
The cat hissed.
Another onomatopoeia for hissing, often used for cats or snakes, sometimes perceived as more aggressive.
The cat hissed in warning.
To describe a person making a sharp, whispered sound to express anger or to get attention quietly.
To describe the sound of escaping steam, air, or gas.
Same onomatopoeia as for animals, used for steam, air leaks, or frying sounds.
The kettle is hissing.
Air is hissing out of the tire.
Onomatopoeia for a sudden burst of hissing, like opening a carbonated drink.
The can hissed when I opened it.
She hissed in anger.