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squeaked

 

[ skwiːkt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Squeaked is the past tense of the verb squeak, which means to make a short, high-pitched sound. This sound is often associated with objects that are under pressure or are moving in a way that causes friction. It can also refer to the sound made by certain types of animals, particularly rodents. The term can indicate a sense of urgency or surprise when used in a vernacular sense, implying that the speaker may be feeling pressed or squeezed in some metaphorical way.

Synonyms

chirped, creaked, whined

Examples of usage

  • The door squeaked as it opened.
  • He squeaked out a warning just in time.
  • The mouse squeaked when it was trapped.
  • She squeaked with excitement when she saw the surprise.

Translations

Translations of the word "squeaked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gritou

🇮🇳 चिढ़ाना

🇩🇪 quietschen

🇮🇩 mengikik

🇺🇦 скрипів

🇵🇱 piszczał

🇯🇵 きしむ

🇫🇷 grincer

🇪🇸 chirriar

🇹🇷 cızırdamak

🇰🇷 삐걱거리다

🇸🇦 صرير

🇨🇿 skřípat

🇸🇰 skričať

🇨🇳 吱吱声

🇸🇮 žvižgati

🇮🇸 skræla

🇰🇿 шырылдау

🇬🇪 წკრიალებს

🇦🇿 qıvrılmaq

🇲🇽 chirriar

Etymology

The word 'squeak' originates from the Middle English word 'squeken,' which is believed to be of imitative origin, echoing the sound it describes. This term is traced back further to the Old Norse word 'skvaukka,' reflecting a similar sound-making function. Throughout its evolution, 'squeak' has retained a connection to sounds that are sharp and high-pitched, often produced by small animals or objects under strain. The transition of 'squeak' into 'squeaked' represents a common linguistic process where the '-ed' suffix is added to verbs to signify the past tense, a feature that is prevalent in many English verbs. In contemporary usage, 'squeaked' conveys not just the sound itself but also an emotional undertone, depending on the context—ranging from humor to fright.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,336, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.