Yell: meaning, definitions and examples
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yell
[ jɛl ]
loud noise
To shout or scream loudly, typically because one is angry, frightened, or in pain. Yelling is often done to get someone's attention or to express strong emotions.
Synonyms
bellow, scream, shout, shout out.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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yell |
Used when someone raises their voice to express strong emotion, such as anger, fear, or excitement.
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shout |
Used for raising one's voice loudly for emphasis or to be heard over a distance. It can be neutral or slightly negative.
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scream |
Used when someone makes a loud, high-pitched noise, typically out of fear, pain, or excitement. It can also have a negative connotation.
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shout out |
Used to publicly acknowledge or give notice to someone or something, often in a positive manner.
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bellow |
Used when someone shouts in a deep, loud voice. Often used to depict a commanding or very strong presence.
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Examples of usage
- He yelled at the top of his lungs to warn the others.
- She yelled in frustration after losing the game.
- The coach yelled instructions from the sidelines.
- Don't yell at me, I can hear you just fine.
- Why are you yelling? There's no need to raise your voice.
Translations
Translations of the word "yell" in other languages:
🇵🇹 gritar
🇮🇳 चिल्लाना (chillana)
🇩🇪 schreien
🇮🇩 berteriak
🇺🇦 кричати
🇵🇱 krzyczeć
🇯🇵 叫ぶ (sakebu)
🇫🇷 crier
🇪🇸 gritar
🇹🇷 bağırmak
🇰🇷 소리치다 (sorichida)
🇸🇦 يصرخ (yasrukh)
🇨🇿 křičet
🇸🇰 kričať
🇨🇳 喊叫 (hǎnjiào)
🇸🇮 kričati
🇮🇸 öskra
🇰🇿 айғайлау (aıǵaılau)
🇬🇪 ყვირილი (q'virili)
🇦🇿 qışqırmaq
🇲🇽 gritar
Etymology
The word 'yell' has its origins in Middle English, where it meant 'to call or cry out loudly.' It is related to the Old English word 'gellan' and the Old High German word 'gellan,' both of which had similar meanings. Over time, the word evolved to its current usage in Modern English to describe a loud vocal expression of emotion or communication.
See also: yelling.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #13,584, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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