ˈʃʁaɪ̯ən

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Translation

to scream, shout

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Word origin

From Old High German scrian, likely of imitative origin, echoing the sound itself.

Origin
Old High German
Root
scrian

Grammar

Verb typestrong, perfect with haben

Examples

.

The baby screamed all night.

Schreck .

She screamed loudly in fright.

, !

Stop shouting, I can hear you!

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 4: Words 631-640.