English–Spanish

“shout” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsovocear

Pronunciation

IPA/gɾiˈtaɾ/

Example

Cuando veo una araña, grito.

When I see a spider, I shout.

Illustration for gritar (shout)

How to say “shout” in Spanish

“Shout” in Spanish is gritar.

Person mid-shout with jagged sound lines.

Full entry for gritar: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with gritar

¡No me grites dentro de la biblioteca!

Don't shout at me in the library!

Tips for using gritar

  • English speakers sometimes assume gritar means simply 'call', but it specifically implies a loud, emotional, or urgent vocalization rather than a neutral call.

Other Spanish words for “shout”

Los hinchas no dejaron de vocear durante el partido.

The supporters didn't stop shouting during the match.

“shout” in other languages