Exclaims Meaning in English

word · lemma: exclaim

US

ɪkˈskɫeɪmz

ik-SKLAYMZ

UK

ɛksklˈeɪmz

eks-KLAYMZ

Definition

To say something suddenly and loudly, often because you are surprised, excited, or angry.

Usage & Nuances

More formal and literary than simply 'say' or 'shout.' Often used in writing, especially stories and dialogue tags. Commonly followed by direct speech. Not used for casual, everyday speech.

• Spanish: exclamar
• Portuguese (BR): exclamar
• Portuguese (PT): exclamar
• Chinese (Simplified): 喊道 - 叫喊
• Chinese (Traditional): 喊道 - 叫喊
• Hindi: चिल्लाना - पुकारना
• Arabic: يصرخ قائلاً - يهتف
• Bengali: উচ্চস্বরে বলা - বিস্ময়ে চিৎকার করা
• Russian: восклицать
• Japanese: 叫ぶ（感情を込めて） - 叫び声をあげる
• Vietnamese: thốt lên
• Korean: 외치다
• Turkish: haykırmak - bağırmak (heyecanla/beklenmedik bir şekilde)
• Urdu: چِلّانا (حیرت یا جوش کے ساتھ بولنا)
• Indonesian: berseru - berseru keras

Example Sentences

"Look!" she exclaims with excitement.

basic

He exclaims when he sees his birthday cake.

basic

"That's amazing!" John exclaims.

basic

Surprised by the news, he exclaims, "No way!"

natural

She always exclaims when something surprises her, even if it's small.

natural

"I can't believe it!" he exclaims, unable to hide his joy.

natural