weep
word
/ˈwip/
weep
/wˈiːp/
weep
Definition
To shed tears, especially as an expression of deep sadness. It is a more formal or literary way to say 'cry'.
Usage & Nuances
'Weep' is formal or literary, used in poetry, stories, or dramatic speech. In daily conversation 'cry' is more common. Often used with 'weep for', 'weep over', or to describe quiet or emotional crying.
Spanish: llorar (literario) - sollozarPortuguese (BR): chorar (literário) - soluçarPortuguese (PT): chorar (literário) - soluçarChinese (Simplified): 哭泣 (文学用语)Chinese (Traditional): 哭泣 (文學用語)Hindi: रोना (काव्यात्मक/साहित्यिक)Arabic: يبكي (أدبي)Bengali: অশ্রুপাত করা - কাঁদা (সাহিত্যিক)Russian: рыдать - плакать (поэтично)Japanese: 泣く（なく）- すすり泣くVietnamese: khóc than - khóc lặng lẽKorean: 울다 (문어체, 시적) - 흐느끼다Turkish: ağlamak (edebi)Urdu: غم میں رونا - آہ و زاری کرناIndonesian: menangis (sastra) - meratap
Example Sentences
The child began to weep when he lost his toy.
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She could not help but weep at the sad movie.
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He sat alone and wept for hours after hearing the news.
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She tried to smile, though her heart wanted to weep.
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The poem made me weep for the world.
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Sometimes people weep when they feel lonely.
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