interjection
- used to attract someone's attention quietly or discreetly, often to tell them something privately
Usage: informal; often followed by a whisper or quiet remark
Examples
- Pst! Over here!
- She whispered 'pst' to get my attention without disturbing the class.
- Pst, did you finish the homework?
- He made a 'pst' sound to call the waiter over.
- Pst! Don't look now, but someone's watching us.