Rechercher
to cry
01
pleurer
to have tears coming from your eyes as a result of a strong emotion such as sadness, pain, or sorrow
Intransitive
Example
Despite his efforts to remain strong, he eventually broke down and cried in grief.
She could n't help but cry when she received the heartbreaking news.
1.1
crier, pousser un cri
utter a sudden loud cry
Intransitive
Example
As the pain intensified, he could n't help but cry out in agony.
Startled by the sudden noise, the baby began to cry loudly.
02
crier, appeler
to speak or call out in a loud, emotional tone
Transitive: to cry sth
Example
" Watch out! "
" We won! "
03
crier, appeler
to call out the names of goods being sold in a loud voice to attract buyers
Transitive: to cry products or goods for sale
Example
The vendor cried fresh apples and oranges to passersby in the busy market.
She cried her handmade jewelry, hoping to catch the attention of tourists.
04
crier, appel
to produce a distinctive, loud call or sound, typical of a particular bird or animal
Intransitive
Example
The eagle cried as it soared high above the cliffs.
The owl cried in the night, echoing through the forest.
05
crier, appeler à l'aide
to urgently call for action or attention
Intransitive: to cry for an action or response
Example
The situation cried for immediate intervention to avoid further damage.
The accident on the highway cried for emergency response, and sirens were soon heard.
Cry
01
pleur, crie
a fit of weeping
02
cri, appel
a shout that typically expresses a strong emotion such as pain, fear, excitement, or protest
Example
Her cry of pain echoed through the room as she stubbed her toe.
The child 's cry of fear alerted the adults to the presence of a spider.
03
cris, mot d'ordre
a slogan used to rally support for a cause
04
cri, rugissement
the characteristic utterance of an animal
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