Cry out Meaning in English
expression
ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈaʊt
KRY OWT
kɹˈaɪ/ /ˈaʊt
k-RY OWT
Definition
To shout or make a loud noise, usually because of pain, fear, or a strong emotion. It can also mean to call for help or attention.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used for strong, sudden emotions—pain, surprise, fear. Not for everyday talking; more dramatic than 'shout.' Use 'cry out for' to express a strong need for something (e.g. 'cry out for justice').
Spanish: gritar - clamarPortuguese (BR): gritar - clamarPortuguese (PT): gritar - clamarChinese (Simplified): 喊叫 - 呼喊Chinese (Traditional): 喊叫 - 呼喊Hindi: चिल्लाना - पुकारनाArabic: يصرخ - يستغيثBengali: চিৎকার করা - আর্তনাদ করাRussian: вскрикнуть - взыватьJapanese: 叫ぶ - 叫び求めるVietnamese: kêu lên - kêu cứuKorean: 소리치다 - 외치다Turkish: haykırmak - bağırmakUrdu: چیخنا - پکارناIndonesian: berteriak - menjerit
Example Sentences
She began to cry out when she saw the spider.
basic
The child cried out in pain after falling.
basic
They cried out for help in the dark.
basic
His words seemed to cry out for understanding.
natural
If you need anything, just cry out and I'll come.
natural
The injustice made people cry out for change.
natural