Creak Meaning in English
word
ˈkɹik
KREEK
kɹˈiːk
KREEK
Definition
To make a high, long, or repeated sound like old wood or metal moving or bending.
Usage & Nuances
"Creak" is usually used for doors, floors, stairs, or anything old that makes a sharp, squeaky sound when moved. It's not used for loud banging or soft noises. Common collocations: "creaking floorboards," "a creaky door."
Spanish: crujirPortuguese (BR): rangirPortuguese (PT): rangirChinese (Simplified): 吱吱作响Chinese (Traditional): 吱吱作響Hindi: कर्कश ध्वनि करनाArabic: يُصدر صريرًاBengali: ক্যাঁচ ক্যাঁচ করা - কড়কড় ধ্বনি করাRussian: скрипетьJapanese: きしむVietnamese: cót kétKorean: 삐걱거리다Turkish: gıcırdamakUrdu: چرچراناIndonesian: berdecit
Example Sentences
The old door began to creak when I opened it.
basic
Her wooden chair would always creak when she sat down.
basic
The stairs creak at night when everyone is asleep.
basic
You can always tell when someone sneaks in—the floorboards creak like crazy.
natural
The gate might creak, but it still works just fine.
natural
Every time I walk down the hallway, my shoes creak loudly.
natural