noun Uncommon

wailing

WAY-lihng

Wailing (noun) means loud, prolonged crying or howling, usually from grief. Example: “The wailing from the next room made it clear something was wrong.”

noun

Loud, prolonged crying or howling, usually from grief.

"The wailing from the next room made it clear something was wrong."

How to Use Wailing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe continuous act of crying or howling loudly.

Common pairings

wailing and crying wailing sound

Word Forms

wailings plural

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Synonyms

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bawling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “wailing” mean?

The word “wailing” means loud, prolonged crying or howling, usually from grief. In plain terms, the continuous act of crying or howling loudly.

How do you pronounce “wailing”?

“Wailing” is pronounced WAY-lihng (/ˈweɪlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “wailing” in a sentence?

Here is “wailing” used in a sentence: “The wailing from the next room made it clear something was wrong.”

What part of speech is “wailing”?

“Wailing” is a noun.

Is “wailing” a common word?

“Wailing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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