🇬🇧🇪🇸 yell - grito : English Lesson

Meaning of "yell" ("grito"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A yell is a very loud shout or cry that someone makes, usually because they are angry, hurt, scared, or very excited. It’s much louder than a normal speaking voice and can be heard from far away.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

When I stepped on a toy car barefoot, my yell taught the entire house new vocabulary.

Mom’s “I saw that” yell doesn’t need to be loud; it just echoes inside your soul.

During hide-and-seek, my yell of “I’m not behind the curtain!” gave away my hiding spot completely.

The superhero’s yell of “To the rescue!” was so loud the villains surrendered for peace and quiet.

Some sports teams use a special “war yell” or “battle yell” to pump everyone up before games, basically a giant group shout of team spirit.

A boy dropped his toy into the street. He gave a loud yell. His sister's yell made a dog jump. The driver heard the yell and stopped the car. A small extra yell came from the boy and the neighbor heard the next yell and ran out. The family hugged, the toy was safe, and they smiled.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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