Gueulin (en. Mouth)
/ɡə.ɥɛ.lɛ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A loud cry or howl, often perceived as unpleasant.
The howl of the wolf echoed in the night.
Le gueulin du loup a résonné dans la nuit.
A strong and chaotic exclamation, usually used to attract attention.
He let out a shout to let everyone know he was there.
Il a poussé un gueulin pour faire savoir qu'il était là.
Etymology
Of onomatopoeic origin, suggesting a screeching noise.
Common Phrases and Expressions
make a ruckus
To make a lot of noise, to shout for no reason.
faire du gueulin
shout of joy
A loud and exuberant cry of joy.
gueulin de joie
Related Words
war
Armed conflict between opposing parties.
guerre
snout
The mouth, often used to describe a face or an expression.
gueule
Slang Meanings
To shout too loudly in an inappropriate situation.
Don't make a ruckus in the middle of the concert, it's disturbing everyone.
Ne fais pas de gueulin au milieu du concert, ça dérange tout le monde.
To complain loudly.
He spent the evening shouting about his football team.
Il a passé la soirée à gueuler à propos de son équipe de football.