whiffle
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈwɪfəl/
KK: /ˈwɪfəl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To blow or move in light, irregular bursts or to make a soft whistling sound.
Example
The leaves whiffled in the gentle breeze.
Tense Forms
Past: whiffled
Past Participle: whiffled
Conversation
Did you hear the wind whiffle through the trees last night?
Yeah, it was kind of soothing, wasn’t it?
It really made me think about how peaceful nature can be.
Absolutely! I love those moments when everything feels calm.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flutter
puff
whistle
Antonyms
settle
calm
stabilize
transitive verb
Definition
To blow or scatter something lightly with a gust of air.
Example
The wind began to whiffle the leaves across the yard.
Tense Forms
Past: whiffled
Past Participle: whiffled
Conversation
Did you see how the wind can whiffle those leaves around?
Yeah, it’s so fun to watch them dance in the air.
I love when it creates little whirlwinds that whiffle everything in the garden.
Root Explanation
The word 'whiffle' originates from the Middle English 'whifflen', which is a frequentative form of 'whiff', meaning to blow or puff. The term describes a light, airy movement or sound, often associated with a gentle breeze or a soft puff of air.
Memory Tip
Imagine a gentle breeze 'blowing' softly — that's what 'whiffle' means, capturing the essence of lightness and airiness.
Visually Confused Words
whuffle
while