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susa

whoosh

Definition & meaning

Susa means to make a soft rushing or swishing sound, like wind in the trees. It can also mean to move swiftly, often with such a sound.

It can describe a ringing or rushing sound in someone’s ears or head.

Grammar & Word origin

Susa is a verb:

  • Present: susar
  • Past: susade
  • Supine: susat

It is related to the noun sus , meaning “a rushing or swishing sound.” The word is sound-imitative.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • brusa — to roar or rush; generally suggests a louder, stronger sound.
  • vina — to whine or whistle; often suggests a sharper sound.
  • swisha — to swish or whoosh; emphasizes a quick movement or sound.

There is no exact antonym, but tystna , “to fall silent,” can express the opposite of making a rushing sound.

Common phrases & collocations

  • vinden susar — the wind is rustling or whooshing.
  • det susar i öronen — there is a ringing or rushing sound in one’s ears.
  • susa förbi — to rush or whiz past.

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Examples

Vinden susar utanför fönstret.verb

The wind whooshes outside the window.

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