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Cry

Part of Speech

Verb, Noun

Pronunciation

/kraɪ/ (English)

Definitions

  • (Verb) To shed tears as an expression of emotion, such as sadness or pain.
  • (Verb) To call out loudly or express distress vocally.
  • (Noun) A loud vocalization, especially one expressing emotion.
  • (Noun) A public announcement or call.

Usage Examples

  • "She began to cry after hearing the sad news."
  • "The baby cried all night."
  • "The town crier made an official cry about the new law."

Etymology

From Old French crier ("to shout"), from Latin quiritare ("to wail, cry out"), related to expressions of distress.

Synonyms

  • Weep, Sob, Wail, Yell, Shout, Exclaim

Antonyms

  • Laugh, Whisper, Rejoice, Silence

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanishllorar/ʝoˈɾar/
Frenchpleurer/plœ.ʁe/
Germanweinen/ˈvaɪ̯nən/
Chinese (Simplified)/kū/
Japanese泣く/naku/
Russianплакать/ˈpɫakətʲ/
Hindiरोना/roːnaː/
Tamilஅழுகை/aḻukai/
Teluguఏడుపు/ēḍupu/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British English: /kraɪ/ | American English: /kraɪ/ | Indian English: /kraɪ/

Historical Usage

In medieval times, "cry" was often used to refer to loud proclamations made by heralds or town criers.

Cultural Nuances

In some cultures, crying is seen as a sign of strength and emotional honesty, while in others, it is considered a sign of weakness.

More Information

Crying is a universal human expression and can be caused by a variety of emotions, including sadness, joy, frustration, and relief. It is also a physiological process that helps release stress hormones.

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