How to Pronounce "shrieking"
word
ˈʃɹikɪŋ
SHREE-king
ʃɹˈiːkɪŋ
shREE-king
Definition
Making a loud, high-pitched, piercing sound, usually because of fear, surprise, pain, or excitement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɹikɪŋ
British English
ʃɹˈiːkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHREE-king
UK
shREE-king
Listen in Context
The baby started shrieking when she saw the dog.
We heard someone shrieking in the hallway.
The girl was shrieking with laughter at the funny clown.
Kids were shrieking as the roller coaster took off.