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    Alarido (en. Howl)

    /alaˈɾiðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An intense scream, often associated with pain or fear.
    The animal's scream was heard several kilometers away.
    El alarido del animal se escuchó a varios kilómetros de distancia.
    A sound that reveals great anguish or despair.
    His scream echoed down the hall, filling the atmosphere with tension.
    Su alarido resonó por el pasillo, llenando el ambiente de tensión.
    A scream that manifests extreme emotion.
    The children's scream of joy upon receiving their gifts was contagious.
    El alarido de alegría de los niños al recibir sus regalos fue contagioso.

    Etymology

    It comes from the verb 'alar,' which means to shout.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to let out a scream
    To express a shout of surprise or fear.
    dar un alarido
    scream of joy
    A shout that denotes extreme happiness.
    alarido de alegría
    a scream in the night
    A scream that is heard in the dark, often related to fear.
    un alarido en la noche

    Related Words

    shout
    Sound produced by people to express emotions.
    grito
    lament
    Expression of pain or suffering, often in the form of a complaint.
    lamento
    voices
    Sounds produced by people, usually in the form of conversation or shouts.
    voces

    Slang Meanings

    Desperate scream at a party.
    She let out a scream when she won the dance contest.
    Ella dio un alarido cuando ganó el concurso del baile.
    Expression of extreme surprise.
    His scream upon seeing his ex was unexpected.
    Su alarido al ver a su ex fue inesperado.