A2verb 1K

Shout

🇬🇧 UK /["/ʃaʊt/","/ʃaʊts/","/ˈʃaʊtɪd/","/ˈʃaʊtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ʃaʊt/","/ʃaʊts/","/ˈʃaʊtɪd/","/ˈʃaʊtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Shout

to say something in a loud voice; to speak loudly/angrily to somebody

In simple words: To say something very loudly.

Shout in a sentence

• She had to shout to be heard over the loud music.
• The teacher asked him not to shout in class.
• When he saw the bear, he couldn't help but shout in fear.
• They often shout for joy when their team wins.
• The baby will shout for attention when he is hungry.

How to use Shout

Use 'shout' for expressing strong emotions, excitement, or getting someone's attention. Avoid in formal settings or when a soft tone is more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

shout + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'shout' — imagine someone loudly calling out at a game.

Related words

Collocations with Shout

• aloud
• loudly
• hoarsely
• want to
• try to
• open your mouth to
• about
• above
• after
• keep on shouting
• keep shouting
• shout and scream
• aloud
• loudly
• hoarsely
• want to
• try to
• open your mouth to
• about
• above
• after
• keep on shouting
• keep shouting
• shout and scream

Synonyms for Shout

• yell
• holler
• call
• bellow
• scream

Opposites of Shout

• whisper
• murmur

Common mistakes with Shout

• Using 'shout' without an object, e.g., saying 'I shout.' Instead, use 'I shout greetings.'
• Confusing 'shout' with 'scream'. 'Scream' implies fear or pain.
• Forgetting to use appropriate context. Shouting may be seen as rude in quiet settings.

Frequently asked questions about Shout

What does Shout mean?

To say something very loudly.

What is the definition of Shout?

to say something in a loud voice; to speak loudly/angrily to somebody

How do you use Shout in a sentence?

She had to shout to be heard over the loud music.

Can you give another example of Shout?

The teacher asked him not to shout in class.

What are synonyms for Shout?

Common alternatives include yell, holler, call, bellow, scream.

What is the opposite of Shout?

Opposite meanings include whisper, murmur.

What words go with Shout?

It commonly pairs with aloud, loudly, hoarsely, want to, try to, open your mouth to, about, above, after, keep on shouting, keep shouting, shout and scream, aloud, loudly, hoarsely, want to, try to, open your mouth to, about, above, after, keep on shouting, keep shouting, shout and scream.

What are common mistakes when using Shout?

Using 'shout' without an object, e.g., saying 'I shout.' Instead, use 'I shout greetings.' Confusing 'shout' with 'scream'. 'Scream' implies fear or pain. Forgetting to use appropriate context. Shouting may be seen as rude in quiet settings.

How do you pronounce Shout?

US: /["/ʃaʊt/","/ʃaʊts/","/ˈʃaʊtɪd/","/ˈʃaʊtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ʃaʊt/","/ʃaʊts/","/ˈʃaʊtɪd/","/ˈʃaʊtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Shout?

Use 'shout' for expressing strong emotions, excitement, or getting someone's attention. Avoid in formal settings or when a soft tone is more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Shout?

"Shout" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.