Chillidos (en. Shrieking)

/t͡ʃiʎiðos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Loud and piercing noises.
The birds' shrieks can be annoying in the morning.
Los chillidos de las aves pueden ser molestos en la mañana.
Sounds produced by the expression of fear or pain.
The boy's shrieks alerted his parents.
Los chillidos del niño alertaron a sus padres.

Etymology

From the verb 'chillar', which means to emit a high-pitched scream.

Common Phrases and Expressions

night shrieks
Loud and annoying sounds that occur during the night.
chillidos nocturnos
screams of joy
High-pitched screams expressing happiness.
chillidos de alegría

Related Words

scream
To emit a high-pitched scream.
chillar
shout
To produce a loud and high-pitched sound.
gritar
howl
High-pitched scream expressing pain or fear.
alarido

Slang Meanings

Excited screams at a party
The party's shrieks could be heard from the street.
Los chillidos de la fiesta se oyeron desde la calle.
Sounds of fun among friends
The joyful shrieks were contagious during the game.
Los chillidos de alegría eran contagiosos durante el juego.