Barked: meaning, definitions and examples
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barked
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animal sound
Barked is the past tense of 'bark', which refers to the sound that dogs and some other animals make. This vocalization can vary in intensity and duration, often serving as a form of communication. Dogs may bark to express excitement, alertness, or distress, among other emotions. Barking is a natural behavior, and it varies significantly by breed and individual temperament.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The dog barked loudly at the stranger.
- She barked orders at her team during practice.
- He barked in response to the noises outside.
Translations
Translations of the word "barked" in other languages:
๐ต๐น latido
๐ฎ๐ณ เคญเฅเคเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช gebellt
๐ฎ๐ฉ menggonggong
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะฐัะฒ
๐ต๐ฑ ujadaล
๐ฏ๐ต ๅ ใใ
๐ซ๐ท aboyรฉ
๐ช๐ธ ladrรณ
๐น๐ท havladฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ์ง์๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุจุงุญ
๐จ๐ฟ ลกtฤkal
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกtekal
๐จ๐ณ ๅซ
๐ธ๐ฎ laul
๐ฎ๐ธ barkaรฐi
๐ฐ๐ฟ าฏัะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ แฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hรผrรผdรผ
๐ฒ๐ฝ ladrรณ
Etymology
The word 'bark' originates from Old English 'beorc', which is imitative of the sound made by a dog. This root is also found in other Germanic languages, signifying the similar sound patterns. Historically, barking has been associated with both the animal's communication methods and the human interpretation of those sounds in various contexts. Over time, 'bark' has evolved in the English language, incorporating broader meanings, such as 'to speak sharply or angrily'. This transformation showcases the dynamic nature of language as it adapts to cultural contexts and nuances. The simple and clear representation of the sound serves as an excellent example of onomatopoeia in language development.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #16,019, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 16016 incalculable
- 16017 adulterated
- 16018 ethereal
- 16019 barked
- 16020 overtake
- 16021 campaigning
- 16022 gleaned
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