rechinar — meaning in English
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English meaning
- creak verb To make a harsh, grating, or squeaking sound, typically from friction between hard surfaces.
- grate noun A metal frame of bars used to hold fuel in a fireplace, or a metal grid that lets small things pass through while blocking larger ones.
- screech noun A harsh, high-pitched cry or sound.
- squeak noun A short, high-pitched sound, like that made by a mouse or an unoiled hinge.
- squeal noun A loud, high-pitched cry or sound.
Senses
rechinar is used for these senses in English:
- creak (transitive) To produce a creaking sound with.
- grate (intransitive) To make an unpleasant rasping sound, often as the result of rubbing against something.
- screech To make such a sound.
- squeak (intransitive) To emit a short, high-pitched sound.
- squeal A high-pitched sound, such as the scream of a child or a female person, or noisy worn-down brake pads.
creak — full definition
- verb To make a harsh, grating, or squeaking sound, typically from friction between hard surfaces.
- noun The grating or squeaking sound made by something creaking.
grate — full definition
- noun A metal frame of bars used to hold fuel in a fireplace, or a metal grid that lets small things pass through while blocking larger ones.
- verb To shred food into small pieces by rubbing it across a grater.
- verb To make a harsh, scraping sound; or, figuratively, to irritate someone.