Chirp

/tʃɜːrp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a short, sharp, high-pitched sound made by a bird or insect.

The soft chirp of crickets filled the night air.

a lively or cheerful remark.

Her chirp about the exciting news lifted everyone's spirits.

verb

to make a short, sharp, high-pitched sound, typically as a characteristic of birds or insects.

The birds began to chirp as the sun rose over the horizon.

to speak or shout in a lively, cheerful, or playful manner.

She chirped to her friends as they walked into the room.

Middle English chirpen, from Old English chirpan.

chirp in

To interrupt or interject in a conversation.

chirp back

To respond quickly, often with a cheeky remark.

chirp away

To talk continuously or without restraint.

A short message posted on Twitter.

call

A sound made by animals to attract attention.

whistle

A clear, high sound made by forcing air through pursed lips.

To flirt or small talk.

He was chirping with her at the bar.

To complain or nag.

Stop chirping at me about the dishes!