chirp in English
- chirp⇄chirp, noun, verb.
- chirp⇄noun chirper.
- chirp⇄noun 1. the short, sharp sound made by some small birds and insects.
Ex. The chirp of a sparrow.
2. any sound like this.
Ex. One by one the ten Superforts touched down, with a chirp of tires (Time).
(SYN) cheep. - chirp⇄v.i. 1. to make a chirp.
Ex. The crickets chirped outside the house.
(SYN) cheep.
2. to make a sound imitative of, or similar to, the chirp of a bird:
a. to make a sound of suction with compressed lips by way of encouragement o - chirp⇄v.t. 1. to utter with a chirp.
(SYN) cheep.
2. to greet or incite by chirping.
Ex. He chirped his horses on.
chirp in Sindhi سنڌي
chirp in Telugu తెలుగు
Chirp
Part of Speech
Verb, Noun
Pronunciation
/tʃɜːrp/
Definitions
- Verb: To make a short, high-pitched sound, typically as a result of birds or insects. Example: The birds chirped at dawn.
- Noun: A short, sharp sound made by birds, insects, or other small creatures. Example: A loud chirp filled the morning air.
Usage Examples
- The birds chirped as the sun began to rise.
- A sudden chirp from the bushes startled us as we walked by.
- The cricket's chirp was the only sound in the quiet night.
Etymology
The word "chirp" comes from the Middle English "chirpen," which is likely imitative in origin, referring to the sharp, high-pitched sounds made by birds and insects.
Synonyms
- Tweet
- Trill
- Squeak
- Cheep
Antonyms
- Silence
- Mute
- Quiet
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| English | Chirp | /tʃɜːrp/ |
| Spanish | Chirrido | /tʃiˈrido/ |
| French | Cri | /kʁi/ |
| German | Zwitschern | /ˈtsvɪt͡ʃɐn/ |
| Italian | Cinguettio | /tʃinɡwetˈtio/ |
| Portuguese | Canto | /ˈkãtu/ |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 啾 | /jiū/ |
| Arabic | صوت الطائر | /sawt at-ṭāʾir/ |
| Russian | Чирикать | /tʃɪrʲɪˈkatʲ/ |
| Japanese | チュンチュン | /chun-chun/ |
| Korean | 짹짹 | /jjaek-jjaek/ |
| Hindi | चिड़चिड़ाहट | /cḍiṛcḍiṛāṭh/ |
| Bengali | চিঁচিঁ | /chiṁchiṁ/ |
| Punjabi | ਚਿੱਟੀ | /citti/ |
| Telugu | చిట్టి | /ciṭṭi/ |
| Tamil | சிட்டி | /ciṭṭi/ |
| Malayalam | ചിറപിടിക്കൽ | /cirapiṭikkal/ |
| Gujarati | ચિ chirping | /cīrpiṅg/ |
| Marathi | चिऱाचिऱा | /ciraaciraā/ |
| Odia | ଚିପ୍ପି | /cippa/ |
| Assamese | চিঁচিঁ | /chiṁchiṁ/ |
| Swahili | Chirping | /ʧɪəping |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- In American English, the pronunciation tends to be faster and with a softer 'r'.
- In British English, "chirp" is more distinctly articulated with a clearer 'r' sound.
Historical Usage
The word "chirp" has been used since the late 14th century and has consistently referred to the sound made by small birds or insects. The verb form was first documented in Old English and later gained broader usage in literary and conversational contexts as it described various small, high-pitched sounds.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, the chirping of birds is associated with the arrival of spring, renewal, and joy. It is a commonly referenced sound in poetry, particularly in works that evoke nature and the outdoors. In some traditions, the sound of chirping is considered a harbinger of good news or positive omens.
More Information
Chirping is a natural sound that plays a key role in the lives of many species, particularly birds and insects. It serves as a form of communication, whether it's signaling mating calls, marking territory, or even navigating through dark areas. Understanding the mechanics of chirping has led to advancements in bioacoustics and has expanded our knowledge of animal behavior and communication.