zuflüstern

to whisper something to someone

verb TSOO-flues-tern Rare

Usage Note

Zuflüstern (jemandem etwas zuflüstern) means to whisper a message directly to someone — more directed than simply flüstern. It can be secretive, conspiratorial, or affectionate depending on context.

Examples

"Sie flüsterte ihm die Antwort zu, damit der Lehrer es nicht hörte."

Natural Translation

She whispered the answer to him so the teacher wouldn't hear.

Literal Translation

She whispered the answer to-him so-that the teacher it not heard.

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