The steam from the iron hissed loudly.

Meaning: This means that the iron was making a loud, high-pitched sound as it released hot gas.

Choice of Words: Steam is the hot gas that comes out of something that is boiling. Hiss means to make a soft, high-pitched sound. Loudly means with a lot of sound.

Alternative Expressions

The iron's steam hissed with a loud noise.

Meaning: This means that the hot, wet vapor coming from the iron was making a sharp, high-pitched sound that was very noticeable.

Choice of Words: Steam is the hot, wet vapor that comes from boiling water. Iron is a tool used to press clothes and remove wrinkles. Hissed means to make a sharp, high-pitched sound, like a snake or a cat. Loud means to make a lot of noise.

The steam escaping from the iron made a loud hissing sound.

Meaning: This means that the hot, wet vapor coming out of the iron was making a sharp, high-pitched sound that was very noticeable.

Choice of Words: Steam is the hot, wet vapor that comes from boiling water. Iron is a tool used to press clothes and remove wrinkles. Escaping means to get out of a place or to break free. Hissing means to make a sharp, high-pitched sound, like a snake or a cat. Sound is a noise or vibration that you can hear.

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