screeches
word · lemma: screech
Definition
Makes a loud, high, and unpleasant sound, often suddenly. It can refer to people, animals, or things like brakes or doors.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for unpleasant, high-pitched sounds from animals (like owls), people (when frightened or angry), or mechanical objects (brakes, tires). Informal; 'screech' suggests more intensity and harshness than 'scream' or 'shout'. Often used in stories to create a loud atmosphere.
Spanish: chilla - chirríaPortuguese (BR): grita estridentemente - guinchosPortuguese (PT): grita estridentemente - guinchosChinese (Simplified): 尖叫 - 发出刺耳声Chinese (Traditional): 尖叫 - 發出刺耳聲Hindi: चीखता है - तीखी आवाज़ करता हैArabic: يصرخ بصوت حاد - يحدث صريرًا
Example Sentences
She screeches every time she sees a spider.
natural
The owl screeches at night.
basic
Her brakes screech every time she stops.
basic
The baby screeches when he is hungry.
basic
My tires screech whenever I turn too fast.
natural
The microphone screeches if you stand too close to it.
natural