Kreischen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Kreischen" is used as verb with the meaning of "shriek", "scream" or "squeal".

Essential properties of "kreischen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: kreischen
  • Simple past: kreischte
  • Participle: gekreischt

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "kreischen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To shriek or scream (human/animal, often emotional)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kinder kreischen vor Freude.The children shriek with joy.
  2. Die Vögel kreischen in den Bäumen.The birds shriek in the trees.
  3. Das Baby kreischt, weil es Hunger hat.The baby screams because it's hungry.

2.) "To screech or creak (object/animal, unpleasant sound)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Bremsen des Autos kreischen laut.The car's brakes screech loudly.
  2. Die Tür kreischt, wenn man sie öffnet.The door creaks when opened.
  3. Die Möwen kreischen am Hafen.The seagulls shriek at the harbor.
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