English–French
“screech” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/kʁise/
Example
Les pneus crissent en freinant.
The tires screech when braking.
How to say “screech” in French
“Screech” in French is crisser.
Two rigid surfaces rubbing together and producing a high, abrasive squeal, like braking tires or a stiff door.
Example sentences with crisser
La porte crissait à cause des gonds rouillés.
The door was squeaking because of rusty hinges.
Tips for using crisser
- Do not confuse crisser with crier: crisser describes a friction squeal, whereas crier means to shout or cry out.