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Shouting: meaning, definitions and examples

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shouting

 

[ หˆสƒaสŠtษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing loudness

Shouting refers to the act of speaking or calling out loudly, often to attract attention or convey strong emotions. It can indicate excitement, anger, or urgency. While commonly associated with negative feelings, people may also shout out of joy or celebration. The volume of shouting typically exceeds normal conversation levels, making it a notable form of vocal expression.

Synonyms

bellowing, hollering, screaming, yelling

Examples of usage

  • The coach was shouting instructions from the sidelines.
  • She found herself shouting in excitement during the concert.
  • He was shouting for help after falling into the water.

Translations

Translations of the word "shouting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gritando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฟเคฒเฅเคฒเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schreiend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berteriak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krzyczฤ…c

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅซใถใ“ใจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท criant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gritando

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baฤŸฤฑrma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†Œ๋ฆฌ ์ง€๋ฅด๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตุฑุงุฎ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kล™iฤรญcรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kriฤanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ–Šๅซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vpijanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รถskur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะนา›ะฐะนะปะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑลŸqฤฑrmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gritando

Etymology

The word 'shout' comes from the Old English term 'sceotan', which means to 'shoot' or 'throw'. This term evolved through Middle English as 'shouten', which maintained the sense of a loud vocal expression. Over centuries, the meaning shifted to focus more specifically on raising one's voice in a forceful manner. Its roots can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic '*skeutan', which is related to other Germanic languages. The way 'shouting' is perceived has also varied in cultural contexts; in some societies, it is common in heated discussions, while in others, it might be viewed as impolite. The transformation from a word meaning 'to throw' to one deeply associated with vocal expression reflects changes in language and societal norms.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,014 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.