English–French

“shout” in French

French

Alsohurler · brailler · vociférer

Pronunciation

IPA/kʁije/

Example

Ne crie pas, s'il te plaît.

Please don't shout.

Illustration for crier (shout)

How to say “shout” in French

“Shout” in French is crier.

A voice pushed outward to reach others, warn them, or release intense feeling.

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

Example sentences with crier

Elle a crié au secours en voyant le feu.

She cried for help when she saw the fire.

Tips for using crier

  • French crier usually means to shout or call out, while pleurer generally means to cry tears.

Other French words for “shout”

Il hurle quand il a peur.

He shouts when he is afraid.

Les enfants ne cessent de brailler dans la cour.

The children never stop shouting in the courtyard.

Elle vocifère contre le patron.

She is yelling at the boss.

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