kirkuminen — meaning in English

English meaning

• scream noun A loud, high-pitched cry expressing strong emotion such as fear, pain, or excitement.
• squawk noun A short, harsh cry, especially one made by a bird or a person in alarm.

Senses

kirkuminen is used for these senses in English:

• scream A loud, emphatic, exclamation of extreme emotion, especially horror, fear, excitement, or anger; it may comprise a word or a sustained, high-pitched vowel sound.
• squawk A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird. If made by a bird, it typically signals discomfort or anger; a yell, scream, or call.

scream — full definition

1. noun A loud, high-pitched cry expressing strong emotion such as fear, pain, or excitement.
2. verb To cry out loudly and sharply, especially from fear, pain, or excitement.
3. verb To be extremely obvious or unmistakable in showing a particular quality.

squawk — full definition

1. noun A short, harsh cry, especially one made by a bird or a person in alarm.
2. noun A loud complaint or objection.
3. verb To make a harsh, shrill cry.
4. verb To complain loudly or protest.

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