scream

Everyday

1. To cry out with a loud high sound because of fear, pain, anger or excitement. tree →
2. A loud high cry. tree →
3. "It was a scream" means very funny (informal). tree →

In the lessons

In safety lessons, screaming and shouting "No!" is a way to get help if you are in danger. In stories, a scream often shows fear or surprise. In everyday life, children scream with fun on rides. Phrases: scream for help, let out a scream, scream with laughter, scream and shout.

Examples

• She screamed when she saw the spider. tree →
• We heard a scream from the playground. tree →
• If a stranger grabs you, scream and run. tree →
• The kids screamed with joy on the roller coaster. tree →
• The baby screamed all night. tree →
• Don't scream inside; use your indoor voice. tree →
• “I flewed!” he screamed while still in mid-air. tree →

Note

Regular verb: screamed, screaming. Compare: "shout" is loud words, "scream" is a loud high cry, "shriek" is short and very high. Safety: scream "Help!" or "This is not my parent!" if someone tries to take you.