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shrill in French

shrill in French is strident, criard — shrill means high-pitched and sharp, often unpleasantly so.

shrill in French

strident
adj
High-pitched and piercing.
criard
adj
Having a shrill voice.

What does "shrill" mean?

  1. adj High-pitched and sharp, often unpleasantly so.
    "The referee's shrill whistle cut through the noise of the crowd."
  2. verb To make a shrill sound.
    "The kettle shrilled on the stove."

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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Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

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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