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Wail

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Meanings of Wail

Verb

  • To cry out loudly because you are sad or hurt.
  • To cry or complain in a sad way.
  • To make a sound like someone is crying.
  • To express sadness or grief loudly.
  • To perform something with a lot of energy.

Noun

  • A long, loud cry that shows sadness or pain.
  • A sound that is similar to crying, like a howl.
  • A loud noise made by sirens, like those on police cars or ambulances.

Explanation of the word: Wail

Wail is when someone cries out very loudly, usually because they are sad or hurt. It's a way to show strong feelings.

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Translations for the word: Wail

hindi
विलाप (vilaap)

vilaap

रोना (rona)

rona

चिल्लाना (chillana)

chillana

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Wail

What does 'wail' mean?
The word 'wail' means to make a loud, sad sound, like when someone is crying or feeling very upset.
How do you pronounce 'wail'?
You pronounce 'wail' like this: 'wayl', rhyming with 'tail'.
What is the origin of the word 'wail'?
The word 'wail' comes from an old English word that means to cry out or to weep.
What is the meaning of 'wail' in Kannada?
The word 'wail' in Kannada is 'ಕಂಬನ' (Kambana).