bleat
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bleat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The cry a sheep or goat makes.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use bleat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English "blǣtan," an imitation of the sound sheep and goats make.
Full origin of bleat →Frequently asked questions
What does “bleat” mean?
The word “bleat” means the cry a sheep or goat makes. In plain terms, the sound sheep make, or (used about people) whiny, ineffective complaining.
How do you pronounce “bleat”?
“Bleat” is pronounced BLEET (/ˈbliːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “bleat” in a sentence?
Here is “bleat” used in a sentence: “The lamb's bleat carried across the field.”
What part of speech is “bleat”?
Depending on how it is used, “bleat” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “bleat” come from?
The word “bleat” comes from Old English. From Old English "blǣtan," an imitation of the sound sheep and goats make.
How many meanings does “bleat” have?
“Bleat” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the cry a sheep or goat makes.