English–German
“grating” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃʁɪl/
Example
Die Musik klingt schrill und unangenehm.
The music sounds grating and unpleasant.
How to say “grating” in German
“Grating” in German is schrill.
A piercing sound cuts sharply through the surrounding soundscape, while a color or outfit can likewise stand out as aggressively vivid.
Example sentences with schrill
Ihre Stimme wurde schrill vor Aufregung.
Her voice became shrill with excitement.
Tips for using schrill
- For colors and clothing, schrill is usually critical rather than neutral, so it often suggests garishness rather than simple brightness.