Chillando (en. Screaming)

/tʃiˈʎando/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Emit a sharp and penetrating sound, generally associated with crying or fear.
The child was screaming in terror when watching the movie.
El niño estaba chillando de terror al ver la película.
Increase the volume of the voice so that it sounds louder.
There's no need to shout for them to hear you.
No es necesario estar chillando para que te escuchen.
Express discomfort or protest through shouting.
The protesters were shouting slogans for justice.
Los manifestantes estaban chillando consignas por la justicia.

Etymology

From the verb 'chillar', which comes from the Latin 'clamare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

there's no need to be shouting
There's no need to shout or complain in that way.
no hay que estar chillando
shouting with joy
Expressing great happiness or enthusiasm.
chillando de alegría
you're not shouting about this
You shouldn't be so worried or upset about this situation.
no estás chillando sobre esto

Related Words

chillido (scream)
Sound produced by someone screaming.
chillido
grito (shout)
Vocal force emitted as a call or expression of emotion.
grito
queja (complaint)
Expression of dissatisfaction or pain.
queja

Slang Meanings

Shouting at a party to be heard.
I was shouting at the party for everyone to come dance.
Estaba chillando en la fiesta para que todos vinieran a bailar.
Exaggerating an emotional reaction.
It's not that serious, you shouldn't be shouting so much about it.
No es para tanto, no deberías estar chillando tanto por eso.