Spanish Conversation · Level 52
75 words
Spanish word
piar
Pronunciation
IPA/pjaɾ/
Meaning
- verbcheep
Example
Cuando tienen hambre, los polluelos pían en el nido.
When they are hungry, the chicks cheep in the nest.
More examples
Es agradable oír piar al amanecer en el parque.
It's pleasant to hear birds cheep at dawn in the park.
Core concept
Quick, sharp cheeps that grab a parent's attention.
Common phrases
los pájaros piar
birds cheep
los polluelos piar
chicks cheep
Similar words
cantar: Sings melodic, songlike vocalizations arranged into clear, tuneful phrases.
Definition in Spanish
Producir sonidos agudos y breves típicos de polluelos o aves pequeñas cuando demandan atención o reaccionan al entorno.
Word origin
The verb piar derives from the imitative sound pío and denotes the quick, attention-seeking chirps of nestlings.
Usage tips
- Piar is typically used for chicks and very small birds and is not the usual verb for larger birds' calls.