shrill in French
shrill in French is strident, criard — shrill means high-pitched and sharp, often unpleasantly so.
shrill in French
strident
High-pitched and piercing.
criard
Having a shrill voice.
What does "shrill" mean?
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adj High-pitched and sharp, often unpleasantly so.
"The referee's shrill whistle cut through the noise of the crowd."
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verb To make a shrill sound.
"The kettle shrilled on the stove."
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shrill in a sentence
- The referee's shrill whistle cut through the noise of the crowd.
- Her voice grew shrill as the argument escalated.
- The kettle shrilled on the stove.
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What is "shrill" in French?
"shrill" in French is strident, criard. shrill means: High-pitched and sharp, often unpleasantly so.
How do you use "shrill" in a sentence?
Example: "The referee's shrill whistle cut through the noise of the crowd." In French, "shrill" is strident, criard.
Are there other ways to say "shrill" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "shrill": strident, criard.
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