squeal

• Nom désignant un cri ou un hurlement aigu et perçant, souvent émis par des animaux ou des personnes sous l'effet de l'excitation, de la douleur ou de la surprise.

A noun referring to a high-pitched howl or cry, often made by animals or people in excitement, pain, or surprise.

1. High-pitched howlB1informal

   A long, loud, high-pitched cry or sound, often made by animals or people in excitement, pain, or fear.

   Cri aigu perçant

   • The pig let out a loud squeal when it was startled.
   • The children's squeals of laughter filled the playground.
   • A sudden squeal of brakes came from the street.

   Synonymesscreamscreechshrieksquawkyelp

• Verbe désignant l'action d'émettre un cri ou un son aigu et prolongé, souvent associé aux animaux, aux véhicules ou à l'expression d'excitation, de douleur ou de protestation.

A verb used to indicate the act of making a long, high-pitched cry or sound, often associated with animals, vehicles, or expressing excitement, pain, or protest.

1. Make a high-pitched soundA2informal

   To produce a loud, sharp, high-pitched cry or sound, like that of a pig or a person in excitement or pain.

   Pousser un cri strident

   • The piglets squealed loudly when the farmer brought their food.
   • The children squealed with delight at the sight of the birthday cake.
   • The car's brakes squealed as it came to a sudden stop.

   Synonymesscreechshrieksquawksqueakwhineyelp

   Antonymesmumblemurmurwhisper

2. B2slang

   To inform on someone or confess to a wrongdoing, often under pressure or to avoid punishment.

   Dénoncer quelqu'un

   • The thief squealed on his accomplices to get a lighter sentence.
   • He was afraid that his partner would squeal to the police.
   • Under interrogation, she finally squealed about the hidden money.

   Synonymesbetrayblabgrassinformnarcpeachratsingsnitchtattletell